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Atlas Shrugged

Ayn Rand
1 min read·eng. Atlas Shrugged · 1957
Summary by the Litseller editorial team.·Date of publication: 14 May 2024·Updated: 14 November 2026
Book Review

Book Review

Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand is a philosophical novel that elicits a wide range of conflicting reviews. Critics note that the book is a manifesto of Objectivism, a philosophy developed by Rand herself, which promotes individualism and capitalism. The plot unfolds in a dystopian future where creative and productive people go on strike against a society that oppresses them. Some critics admire the depth and boldness of Rand's ideas, as well as her ability to create complex and multifaceted characters. However, others point to the excessive didacticism and propagandistic nature of the work, as well as its considerable length and repetitive motifs. Overall, Atlas Shrugged remains an important and influential work that continues to provoke active discussions and debates.

Atlas Shrugged
Date of publication: 14 May 2024
Updated: 14 November 2026
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Author: 
Ayn Rand
Original title: eng. Atlas Shrugged · 1957
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