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752 pages • first pub 1943 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780452286375
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: New American Library
Publication date: 01 December 2004
Description
The revolutionary literary vision that sowed the seeds of Objectivism, Ayn Rand's groundbreaking philosophy, and brought her immediate worldwide acclaim. This modern classic is the story of intransigent young architect Howard Roark, whose integrit...
Community Reviews Summary of 10,489 reviews
Moods
challenging 63%
inspiring 35%
emotional 27%
tense 26%
dark 23%
informative 15%
adventurous 12%
sad 11%
hopeful 10%
mysterious 8%
funny 2%
relaxing 2%
Pace
medium 33%
fast 6%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 58% | A mix: 31% | Plot: 9%Strong character development?
Yes: 42% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 26%Loveable characters?
No: 43% | It's complicated: 31% | Yes: 25%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 62% | Yes: 23% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 3%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 11%Average rating
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Graphic
Rape, Sexual assault, ClassismModerate
Alcohol, Self harm, Infidelity752 pages • first pub 1943 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780452286375
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: New American Library
Publication date: 01 December 2004
Description
The revolutionary literary vision that sowed the seeds of Objectivism, Ayn Rand's groundbreaking philosophy, and brought her immediate worldwide acclaim. This modern classic is the story of intransigent young architect Howard Roark, whose integrit...
Community Reviews Summary of 10,489 reviews
Moods
challenging 63%
inspiring 35%
emotional 27%
tense 26%
dark 23%
informative 15%
adventurous 12%
sad 11%
hopeful 10%
mysterious 8%
funny 2%
relaxing 2%
Pace
medium 33%
fast 6%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 58% | A mix: 31% | Plot: 9%Strong character development?
Yes: 42% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 26%Loveable characters?
No: 43% | It's complicated: 31% | Yes: 25%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 62% | Yes: 23% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 3%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 60% | It's complicated: 27% | No: 11%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Rape, Sexual assault, ClassismModerate
Alcohol, Self harm, Infidelity