Anthem
by Ayn Rand
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Book Reviews of Anthem
Book Review: classic dystopian novel
Summary: 4 Stars
This is an interesting book, though I'm not sure we could call it a full novel, more of a novella at just over 100 pages. It's the near future and the individual has been swallowed by the collective. It's a utopian/dystopian novel in the family of Orwell's 1984 and Huxley's Brave New World. It's a decent enough story, though you can tell it is an early work with the simplistic style of writing (though Rand was new to the English language when she wrote it). The only real problem with the book is that it gets a little 'philosophical' and preachy, at times to the detriment of the story itself. Still, I like the genre and it is a positive addition to it.Book Review: Outstanding.
Summary: 5 Stars
I have a very short attention span. I usually read 7-10 books at a time and can't get through a chapter in one book without switching it out for another. I couldn't put this book down. Super. Plus, it's so short that you can just read it during lunch. Awesome. Can't say enough great things about this.Book Review: Loved it
Summary: 5 Stars
I only wish it lasted longer, I read this in about 30 minutes. I had first heard of this because I am recent new fan of RUSH, and their epic masterpiece 2112 is loosely based on this book.
I loved it, I can see it being a hard read for younger people but I still recommend it to anybody.
Book Review: Short and simple
Summary: 5 Stars
A short, fast, readable presentation of the Rand philosophy, done in a future-world setting, where the individual is subject to the group, to the extent that the narrator refers to himself as "We," and the remnants of Earth's past disaster are living in conditions similar to the Dark Ages.Book Review: It blew me away!
Summary: 5 Stars
Anthem serves as a beacon encouraging readers to follow their heart, instead of trying to "fit in" so that people will like you.
In true Rand fashion, the main character struggles on as he learns that life does have meaning, when your willing open your mind and trust what you know.