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. Newly designed and typeset in a modern 6-by-9-inch format by Waking Lion Press.
| Author: Ayn Rand |
| Publisher: Waking Lion Press |
| Publication Date: Jul 30, 2008 |
| Number of Pages: 88 pages |
| Binding: Paperback or Softback |
| ISBN-10: 1600962599 |
| ISBN-13: 9781600962592 |