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Objectivism

The Philosophy of Ayn Rand

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By: Leonard Peikoff
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This brilliantly conceived book is based on a lecture course given by Dr. Leonard Peikoff in 1976 entitled, "The Philosophy of Objectivism". The lectures were attended by Ayn Rand, who helped prepare them and who also joined Peikoff in answering questions. 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 own knowledge to be fully accurate."

Peikoff, as Rand's foremost interpreter, here reveals both the abstract fundamentals of objectivism and its practical applications, with much new material that Rand offered only in private conversations with Peikoff.

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"A revelation. Peikoff is an extraordinary communicator....He brings the most difficult intellectual ideas within the grasp of the general reader....An awesome intellectual experience." (Detroit Free Press)
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Despite what one might think about Rand and her ideas it is very difficult to deny that she was very original thinker learning how to think like her offers great benefits.

I, being very familiar with Rands philosophy beforehand, was hoping this would be more indepth book on Rands ideas. However it was more like broad overview but still going briefly deeper to advanced concepts.

While perfect for beginners and intermediates I found it bit too long and rambling after watching numerous lectures about Rand and her philosophy.

Despite this fact there very many great clarifications making this well worth my time as I noticed some aspects where my understanding was lacking.

Without all the background knowledge I had one might not be convinced about these ideas since it doesn’t go deep into the technical justifications and arguments. But if one wants to understand Rands thinking I believe this is the best place to start, unless one absolutely hates non-fiction and wants to study Rands ideas through her fiction. As of yet I have not read any Rands fiction so take this with a grain of salt.

Good introduction to Rands philosophy.

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Peikoff is a true Maestro of Objectivism. In this flagship work he expands on many of Rand's ideas. Such coverage is not available in any other book on objectivism, save only the works of Ayn Rand herself. You are guaranteed a full submersion into great ideas of a great philosopher.

Philosophy for living on this earth

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As a fan of Ayn Rand, I gave this a go. slow at first but improves from chap 3 onwards once all of the explanations are out of the way.

Interesting but hard going

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I have a first addition of the book and the audio version is a great addition to one's home library of Objectivist material. Recommended.

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The sound is crystal clear and well paced. Any slower and I might lose concentration repeatedly. Dr. Peikoff outlines Objectivism as comprehensively as possible for the newcomer to the philosophy. The ties between the five branches are also made explicit and clear, and so the honest must conclude that none of the propositions aspoused by Objectivism has been selected by chance or whim. A highly recommended read for every student of philosophy at uni level, though I will strongly advise a thorough read of The Fountainhead first, so that the few callbacks made to this book may be recognized by the reader.

A must-read entry to the philosophy of Ayn Rand

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