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by Ayn Rand (Author) "IT IS A SIN TO WRITE THIS ..." (more)
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  • Paperback: 66 pages
  • Publisher: Waking Lion Press (28 Feb 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1434100359
  • ISBN-13: 978-1434100351
  • Product Dimensions: 22.4 x 14.7 x 0.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (112 customer reviews)

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Anthem is Ayn Rand's classic tale of a dark future age of the great "We"-a world that deprives individuals of name, independence, and values. Written a full decade before George Orwell's "1984," this dystopian novel depicts a man who seeks escape from a society in which individuality has been utterly destroyed. Rand expertly shows how collectivism (including social programs in the United States) destroys freedom and individuality. Her philosophy is simple: "planning" is a synonym for "collectivism," and "collectivism" is a metaphor for communism and tyranny. This important book should be read by all who are concerned about the role of government in modern life. This publication from Boomer Books is specially designed and typeset for comfortable reading.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Better than Orwell, to be sure., 3 Aug 1997
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This review is from: Anthem: 50th Anniversary (Mass Market Paperback)
_Anthem_ was the first Rand book I ever read, and introduced me to the author who was to become my favorite. I had already read _1984_ and _Brave New World_ by that time, and I'd say that _Anthem's_ depiction of the triumph of the individual is much more inspiring and intriguing than the above works, and it comes via a very un-Rand-like economy of words. This was, to me, a quite different presentation of her philosophy than her other fiction works.

I was prompted to write this review after reading someone else's review, where _Anthem_ was deemed unoriginal in comparison to Orwell's _1984_. Please note that 1984 was written in 1948, whereas Anthem was written in 1937. Personally, I think they are both good books (but I'd rank Orwell's _Animal Farm_ over _1984,_ and both below _Anthem_).

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5.0 out of 5 stars "I" Loved this book!, 30 Jul 1999
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This review is from: Anthem: 50th Anniversary (Mass Market Paperback)
The story is right out of George Orwell's 1984, but from a literary standpoint, I was impressed by Ayn Rand's wonderful use of personal pronouns to tell the story. Never seen this anywhere else. The personal pronoun, "I", was not used until the main character "found" himself free of the burdens of the collective society. Imagine writing a book in the first person perspective and not use the word "I"!

This book is easy reading and generates an appreciation of personal freedom and what it is to earn that feeling of freedom. I definitely recommend this book--doesn't take long to read and you may find yourself reading it several times, enjoying it more each time. Enjoy!

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4.0 out of 5 stars Short, but worth it, 9 April 1999
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This is my first Ayn Rand book. Before I read one of the 'big' novels (The Fountainhead, Atlas Shrugged), I might as well get an intro into her philosophy, I thought. To say the least, I got what I wanted. Anthem is an amazing book. Although to say that I agree with her philosophy wouldn't be totally truthful, she gets her point around beautifully. It is an amazingly powerful story with a civilization whose technology is par with the Dark Ages, and all emotion other than happiness is outlawed. My only gripe is the almost pathetic love story, but it's to be expected, since it hasn't been felt that way in hundreds of years. Well worth the 2 days or less it takes to read.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A classic of art and philosophy
'Anthem' is a novella that describes the fight of a rebellious inventor and the woman he loves to achieve independence from the dull conformity and anti-rational hegemony of a... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Ego for us all
I have to read this book every few months. I can't help it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The outcome of socialistic middle class "PC" liberalism
This book is truly frightening. The world, devoid of free thought of any kind has become a nightmare socialised existance, devoid of any notion of gender race and creed . Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars !Different!
Ayn Rand portrays her feelings and thoughts through this book, and there are no arguments against what she is saying. I recommend the book Anthem to any age group. Read more
Published on 23 Nov 2004 by K_my

5.0 out of 5 stars A book to keep with you at all times.
This book is not here to turn you against any other ideas apart from those of Ayn Rand. It promotes the ideal that all men and women must think for themselves. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars great book
I read this book in middle school several yrs ago, and still abide by it's tenet's. I would add that no matter your religion, the message stays true. Read more
Published on 24 Sep 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars I loved the ideas that were behind the stoyline in Anthem.
I had to read this book for English in 10th grade and I would just like to say that I loved it. In this book, the word "I" does not exist. Read more
Published on 2 Sep 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic
I read it when I was 14 and it was very easy to read. Rand's ideas are very important. She does a good job portraying an ego-less society and one man's battle to break free... Read more
Published on 24 Aug 1999

3.0 out of 5 stars Not exactly an "I couldn't put it down" book.
It's fun to read aloud so you can practice your acting but reading it silently gets a bit dull. At first, I was so confused about the "we" instead of "I"... Read more
Published on 14 Aug 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars one of the Greatest pieces of Literature
Anthem is one of the finest books i have ever read. It is short compared to Fountain Head & Atlas Shrugged, but it offers you alot. Read more
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