The Fountainhead
The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand, published by NAL on January 28, 2005, is a reissue of the influential novel that explores the philosophy of Objectivism. This edition spans 736 pages and is presented in English. The narrative centers on the determined young architect Howard Roark, whose unwavering integrity stands in stark contrast to societal expectations. It also delves into the complex relationship between Roark and Dominique Francon, a woman torn between her love for him and her marriage to his adversary, highlighting the conflicts faced by a visionary in a conformist world.
Readers will encounter a thought-provoking exploration of individualism and creativity as they follow Roark’s journey against societal norms. The novel addresses themes of man-woman relationships and psychological struggles, presenting a vivid portrayal of the challenges faced by those who dare to defy convention. Rand’s work remains relevant, inviting readers to reflect on the role of ego in human progress and the societal backlash against innovation. This edition offers a comprehensive look at a narrative that has sparked discussion and debate since its original release.
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The revolutionary literary vision that sowed the seeds of Objectivism, Ayn Rand’s groundbreaking philosophy, and brought her immediate worldwide acclaim.
This modern classic is the story of intransigent young architect Howard Roark, whose integrity was as unyielding as granite…of Dominique Francon, the exquisitely beautiful woman who loved Roark passionately, but married his worst enemy…and of the fanatic denunciation unleashed by an enraged society against a great creator. As fresh today as it was then, Rand’s provocative novel presents one of the most challenging ideas in all of fiction—that man’s ego is the fountainhead of human progress…
“A writer of great power. She has a subtle and ingenious mind and the capacity of writing brilliantly, beautifully, bitterly…This is the only novel of ideas written by an American woman that I can recall.”—The New York Times
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