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“It is one's own personal, selfish happiness that one seeks, earns, and derives from love.”

Quote by Ayn Rand

Book:The Virtue of Selfishness

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The Virtue of Selfishness

This book is a comprehensive exploration of the concept of selfishness as a virtue, examining its role in personal ethics and societal values. The author delves into the philosophical underpinnings of self-interest and its relationship to individual freedom and happiness. more

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American novelist and philosopher, known for her novels and philosophical ideas. Her works emphasize individualism, free markets, and rationalism, and have had a profound impact on politics and philosophy in the late 20th century. more

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