Atlas Shrugged

By: Ayn Rand

Narrated by: Edward Herrmann

Length: 11 hrs and 19 mins

Publisher's summary

"Who is John Galt?" is the immortal question posed at the beginning of Ayn Rand's masterpiece. The answer is the astonishing story of a man who said he would stop the motor of the world and did.

As passionate as it is profound, Atlas Shrugged is one of the most influential novels of our time. In it, Rand dramatizes the main tenets of objectivism, her philosophy of rational selfishness. She explores the ramifications of her radical thinking in a world that penalizes human intelligence and integrity.

Part mystery, part thriller, part philosphical inquiry, part volatile love affair, Atlas Shrugged is the book that confirmed Ayn Rand as one of the most popular novelists and most respected thinkers of the 20th century.

©1957 Ayn Rand, renewed 1985 Estate of Ayn Rand (P)2000 HighBridge Company

A great warning from the past!!

I gave this book a try based on a recommendation from a friend, I was not disappointed! Very good writing! The message in this book, really hit home right now with the current political unrest. Almost as a warning from the past!

Classic Novel with a Realistic Angle

Ayn Rand conjures a writing style somewhere between John Steinbeck and a mid 20th-century Times' news story. This novel applies to any person, especially any business person. She reminds the reader of the virtues in practicality, while the monster of jealously spies upon the meek as well as the bold.

the story is amazing and narration very good but

This story is really great. This narration I like a little bit better than the unabridged version narration. But the way they have bridged this story was a bit too abrupt. I would have preferred that they had left in a few scenes they took out.

pretty good audiobook

the guy that reads this book is very talented. there's enough of a change in accent and inflection for you to distinguish the voices of each character. the story is very good, if a little long and drawn-out. trust me, listen to this one and not the 50 hour unabridged version.

MY MOTHER READ THIS BOOK.

If you could sum up Atlas Shrugged in three words, what would they be?

I like Ayn Rand and this one is an oldie AND a goodie. My mom, God rest her soul, told me for YEARS to read this book. I finally decided to give it a try. It is a real gem. Nothingl you've read before. No blood, no guts, but plenty of GLORY. You WON'T BE disappointed.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Atlas Shrugged?

Where did everybody go?

Which character – as performed by Edward Herrmann – was your favorite?

Who was_______________?

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

She walked out, she came back, she came back, she walked out.

Any additional comments?

Ayn Rand wrote another book I read many years ago. I think it was

A regular relisten for sure.

If you could sum up Atlas Shrugged in three words, what would they be?

Strive + Command Absolutely

Who was your favorite character and why?

I think I appreciate Francisco the most. A man who had it all, and could have taken the easy way out, but made more sacrifice than any other to bring about the change he wanted to see in the world.

Which character – as performed by Edward Herrmann – was your favorite?

No standouts, it was performed well, but it is a narration, not a radio show style format.

If you could take any character from Atlas Shrugged out to dinner, who would it be and why?

Wyatt Ellis. I appreciate a man who will burn his life's work to the ground when its called for.

Any additional comments?

Great Book for any up and comer who still believes in succeeding on your own merit. Should be required reading for every 18-21 year old.

Most excellent story of stupidity and hope

Absolutely loved this story!! could not stop listening. You should listen to the similarities of what we see today. The reader made me feel a part of the story. Excellent excellent excellent!!!

Abridged

Having read the book many times I was disappointed that this version was abridged and not openly marked as such. There were many details missing that greatly add to the story. The narrator was excellent and enjoyable.

now one of my favorites

Wonderfully told story, with a relevant story for today. Each scenario is quite believable

Get The Hell Out of The Way

Every high school kid in America should read this. Maybe we would get less Obama's I mean Wesley Mouches...