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- Number of Pages: 368
- ISBN: 0385513992
- WAPI (Tower ID): 112176606
- Release Date: October 27, 2009
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- Tower.com Sales Rank: #3059 in Books (See Top 100 Books Bestsellers)
- #98 in Biography & Autobiography (See Top 100 Biography & Autobiography Bestsellers)
- #2 in Literary (See Top 100 Literary Bestsellers)
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Product DescriptionRun a Quick Search on "Ayn Rand and the World She Made" by Anne Conover Heller to Browse Related Products:Browse more products related to "Ayn Rand and the World She Made"Browse more products related to "Anne Conover Heller"Review"Ms. Heller has delivered a thoughtful, flesh-and-blood portrait of an extremely complicated and self-contradictory woman, coupling this character study with literary analysis and plumbing the quirkier depths of Rand's prodigious imagination." "The champion of individuality who insisted on obedience and conformity from her followers (including Alan Greenspan), Rand emerges from Heller's superbly vivid, enlightening, and affecting biography in all her paradoxical power." (starred review) "AYN RAND AND THE WORLD SHE MADE....is far more interesting than anything in Rand's novels....Heller maintains an appropriately critical perspective on her subject...while allowing the reader to understand the power of Rand's conviction and her odd charisma." Publisher's noteAyn Rand is best known as the author of the perennially bestselling novels" The Fountainhead" and "Atlas Shrugged," Altogether, more than 12 million copies of the two novels have been sold in the United States. The books have attracted three generations of readers, shaped the foundation of the Libertarian movement, and influenced White House economic policies throughout the Reagan years and beyond. A passionate advocate of laissez-faire capitalism and individual rights, Rand remains a powerful force in the political perceptions of Americans today. Yet twenty-five years after her death, her readers know little about her life. An impartial portrait of the influential writer and philosopher examines her contributions to American culture and politics, offering insight into her Bolshevik Revolution-marked childhood in Russia, successful literary career, and passionate advocacy of laissez-faire capitalism. An impartial portrait of the influential writer and philosopher examines her contributions to American culture and politics, offering insight into her Bolshevik Revolution-marked childhood in Russia, successful literary career and passionate advocacy of laissez-faire capitalism. AnnotationIn a 1991 poll Americans listed the Bible as the most influential book in their lives and Ayn Rand's ATLAS SHRUGGED as the second. Her novels continue to be massive bestsellers and her philosophy of Objectivism continues to be a driving force for many conservative advocates of the free-market. Her books and ideas are frequently revered or vilified, yet despite her enormous influence, AYN RAND AND THE WORLD SHE MADE is the first objective clear-sighted portrait of the remarkable women, neither a hagiography nor a condemnation. Using a wealth of new information (including interviews with Rand's long-time lover, members of her inner circle of disciples, and recently released archive material from Russia) Anne C. Heller vividly depicts a fierce intelligent and driven woman whose unrelenting ideology left a wake of both damaged and reverent individuals. Of particular interest is Heller's insights into how Rand's philosophy grew out of her and her family's hardships during the Russian Revolution and the rise of Communism. Born Alissa Zinovievna Rosenbaum, Rand was a brilliant but ungainly girl who arrived in the United States at the age of 21, convinced of her future greatness. One cannot help but be impressed by the force of Rand's willpower and drive--reminiscent of her great individualistic heroes--while also witnessing the damage done by her unbendable beliefs. A much need contribution to our understanding of Rand as a person and author, AYN RAND AND THE WORLD SHE MADE helps readers see the long-lasting influence of her personality and writing. If You Enjoy "Ayn Rand and the World She Made (Hardcover)", May We Also Recommend:Customer Reviews for "Ayn Rand and the World She Made (Hardcover)" by Anne Conover Heller (Author)There are no customer reviews yet. Be the first to write a review! Literary Bestsellers
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