The Fountainhead

By: Ayn Rand

Narrated by: Edward Herrmann

The Fountainhead studies the conflict between artistic genius and social convention, a theme Ayn Rand later developed into the idealistic philosophy knows as Objectivism. Rand's hero is Howard Roark, a brilliant young architect who won't compromise his integrity, especially in the unconventional buildings he designs. Roark is engaged in ideological warfare with a society that despises him, an architectural community that doesn't understand him, and a woman who loves him but wants to destroy him. His struggle raises questions about society's attitude toward revolutionaries. Since this book's publication in 1943, Rand's controversial ideas have made her one of the best-selling authors of all time.©1943 The Bobbs-Merrill Company, renewed ©1971 Ayn Rand; (P)1994 Penguin-HighBridge Audio

Critic reviews

"Ayn Rand is a writer of great power. She has a subtle and ingenious mind and the capacity of writing brilliantly, beautifully, bitterly." (The New York Times)

Best book I've read

This book really shows what it is to have self worth. To believe in yourself and your craft amongst all else. This is, the best book, of 47 I've listen too, yet and perhaps ever.

The cure for the modern world

Should be required reading on college campuses. Our world would be more balanced if our new adults were introduced to these ideas.

As relevant now as then

A good story about individualism and integrity that seems as relevant now as it was then. Ayn Rand has some interesting views on collectivism and herd mentality.

One of a kind

This book is a framework for thinking larger than life.
-Highly recommend
-Well written
-Well read
-Meaningful storyline
-Good until the end

Great

Could not stop listening a great story. I will read the rest of Ayn Rand's work.