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Title: Brisk, well-plotted, and insightful...
Review: "Atlas Shrugged" is Rand's masterpiece achievement. It features brisk pace (despite its large size), well-crafted plot, piercing insights into modern political and philosophical problems, plus (as a bonus) slightly dubious character motivation. In fact, I thoroughly enjoyed the novel and agreed with most of the things it had to say, but frankly, John Galt put me off. (John Galt is almost the sole reason I use four rather than five stars). He is a totally one-sided character, and he has become such a myth by the end that the mere mention of his name as an actual character seems bald and brazen. (My favorite character, admittedly, was Ragnar Danneskjold). The villains were portrayed well, especially as character prototypes (I am sure Ms.Rand had a lot of experience with them). But nevermind that, its well worth the read and the thorough round of contemplation that it invariably brings with it. A fine work.
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