Universe Ain Rand. Weiss G.

Her views shocked the world. Her book determined the fate of the whole nation. Ain Rand, nee Alice Rosenbaum, our former compatriot, is rightfully considered one of the brightest figures of the 20th century. A cult writer, screenwriter, essayist, philosopher, Ain Rand in his works of art and numerous articles with frightening insight predicted the changes that occurred in politics, economics and public life. Her famous novel “Atlant straightened his shoulders” was sold by a total circulation of more than 7 million copies and, according to the results of a study conducted in 1991 for the US Congress library, was recognized as the second book after the Bible, which most strongly influenced the life of the Americans.

Gary Weiss is a well -known American journalist, expert on the financial world and the author of several works about him. In the book "The Ain Rand" Universe, Weiss tells us the story of the creator of the philosophy of reasonable egoism, introduces to her biography, creativity and social life, gives an interview with her supporters and opponents, helps to comprehend the depth of her work and get close to the unraveling of the secrets of this great woman.