I read today that her previously unpublished novel Ideal is going to be published next July.
http://m.wsj.com/articles/BL-SEB-85274
It's about an actress who after being accused of murder seeks the help of her most devoted fans. Doesn't sound like something I would want to read, but given the resurgence in her popularity in recent years, it's sure to be a big deal.
I first heard of AR in the 80s when I was living with my dad. I never read any of her books; they seemed too long and didn't resonate with me for whatever reason. Everything about the books seemed ridiculous- the titles, covers, and overall vibration, which struck me as false. Also, the crowd I ran with was anti-Randian; that might also have had something to do with it.
Here is a 2 minute bio in case you've never heard of her
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=pjaHeALTPgE
In recent years it seems like her books have once again become relevant. Politicians, especially Republicans, and celebrities seem to like them. Reading around online, people refer to her books as "life changing", and the say they're their favorite.
I could probably read Atlas Shrugged if I wanted to. But I probably won't. I found this 10 minute rundown of what it's about
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=C-E7YQyYHZw
It's worth noting as the video states that AR's books are the inspiration for LaVeyan Satanism. Just an interesting fact; even Anton LaVey himself said this.
I'm wondering if Peat has read her books, or if any of you have? Is Objectivism a real philosophy? Me, my peat food list and supplements? No charcoal for you (unless I voluntarily give you some)? As the "hero" of my own story and an "important" person, I am making the world a better place by being selfish and raising my pulses and temps? It's my Cytomel, and my glucose filled brain?
If you're a Randian objectivist or have a handle on her philosophies, feel free to chime in.
http://m.wsj.com/articles/BL-SEB-85274
It's about an actress who after being accused of murder seeks the help of her most devoted fans. Doesn't sound like something I would want to read, but given the resurgence in her popularity in recent years, it's sure to be a big deal.
I first heard of AR in the 80s when I was living with my dad. I never read any of her books; they seemed too long and didn't resonate with me for whatever reason. Everything about the books seemed ridiculous- the titles, covers, and overall vibration, which struck me as false. Also, the crowd I ran with was anti-Randian; that might also have had something to do with it.
Here is a 2 minute bio in case you've never heard of her
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=pjaHeALTPgE
In recent years it seems like her books have once again become relevant. Politicians, especially Republicans, and celebrities seem to like them. Reading around online, people refer to her books as "life changing", and the say they're their favorite.
I could probably read Atlas Shrugged if I wanted to. But I probably won't. I found this 10 minute rundown of what it's about
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=C-E7YQyYHZw
It's worth noting as the video states that AR's books are the inspiration for LaVeyan Satanism. Just an interesting fact; even Anton LaVey himself said this.
I'm wondering if Peat has read her books, or if any of you have? Is Objectivism a real philosophy? Me, my peat food list and supplements? No charcoal for you (unless I voluntarily give you some)? As the "hero" of my own story and an "important" person, I am making the world a better place by being selfish and raising my pulses and temps? It's my Cytomel, and my glucose filled brain?
If you're a Randian objectivist or have a handle on her philosophies, feel free to chime in.