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Title: Where's the debate...
Review: Read some philosophy and political science. Try a real "novel of ideas" or two. Lean to think critically. Don't waste time reading or debating this turgid non-novel illustrating a non-philosophy.It's odd there's such enthusiasm and rancor in the reviews below. This work and its associated "philosophy" falls of its own weight. Its main appeal is to teenagers, either just before they enter college or in their freshman year. And that's great, because it can lead to some of them taking a real interest in philosophy and literature.Rand's philosophy has not had any meaningful effect on society, philosophy, or literature. Ranting about it is a waste of time. I wish those who enjoyed this book, for whom it "changed their lives," the best of luck as they (as many of them will) use it as an impetus to discover a love of philosophy and literature.
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