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Jul 19, 2007

Atlas Shrugged

During periods of my life where I've been sad and needed some inspiration, I've often found solace in Ayn Rand's crowning achievement, Atlas Shrugged.

The first time I read the book I would often think "I'm not worthy" because the heroes had more strength and resolve than I could ever have. But over time I've come to view them as useful reference points that exhibit, in an albeit stilted fashion, qualities that I like to strive for.

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You hold a false premise that Ayn Rand's heroes are or became heroes automatically and without effort.

It is part of Ayn Rand's philosophy that one can only become a hero through effort and years of hard work.

But her heroes are supposed to be a reference point to show that success is possible.

Hi Student,

I don't hold that premise, nor do I see anything in my comment that suggests that.

Regards,
Graham

As an Objectivist I agree with Graham. Nothing about his entry implies what "student of Objectivism" says.

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