Objectivism: The Philosophy of Ayn Rand

Leonard Peikoff

Dec 1993 · Sold by Penguin

About this ebook

THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION—The definitive statement of Ayn Rand’s philosophy as interpreted by her best student and chosen heir.
 
This brilliantly conceived and organized book is Dr. Leonard Peikoff’s classic text on the abstract principles and practical applications of Objectivism, based on his lecture series “The Philosophy of Objectivism.” Ayn Rand said of these lectures: “Until or unless I write a comprehensive treatise on my philosophy, Dr. Peikoff’s course is the only authorized presentation of the entire theoretical structure of Objectivism—that is, the only one that I know of my knowledge to be fully accurate.”
 
In Objectivism, Peikoff covers every philosophic topic that Rand regarded as important—from certainty to money, from logic to art, from measurement to sex. Drawn from Rand’s published works as well as in-depth conversations between her and Peikoff, these chapters illuminate Objectivism—and its creator—with startling clarity. With Objectivism, the millions of readers who have been transformed by Atlas Shrugged and The Fountainhead will discover the full philosophical system underlying Ayn Rand’s work.

Ratings and reviews

I am just wondering? Hmm. There is something I don't know. Trying to understand what Neoliberals are. In fiction media, they are portrayed either as fascists, moral grey folks, or good guys. In real life. I think the Neoliberals might be considered here, qualify for everyday rights and be more like champions of the people. The rich, middle-class, poor citizens alike. Neoliberals want nothing to do with the government or any of the two political left and right houses. They are somewhat an influence to Objectivism, the Hippie Movement of Counterculture, Henry A. Giroux, and are an independent view of the political spectrum. Neoliberals wanted to have rights and are middle-class people who wanted to forge their own path in the real world. I think that's how Neoliberals are in my viewpoint. I'm a no political idealist or conspiracy theorist. This is not for personal or a very true statement use here. This just thoughts and wonders of my mindset and imagination only.

This book teaches you how to live a happy, meaningful, and creative life. I highly recommend reading it.

Taught me structure, & Then Deconstructed this Point.

About the author

Leonard Peikoff is the preeminent Ayn Rand scholar writing today. He worked closely with Rand in New York City for thirty years and was designated by her as heir to her estate. He has taught philosophy at several places, including Hunter College and New York University. Dr. Peikoff is the author of The DIM Hypothesis: Why the Lights of the West Are Going Out and The Cause of Hitler’s Germany. He grew up in Western Canada and now lives in Southern California. He also hosted the national radio talk show "Philosophy: Who Needs It."