The Fountainhead

De: Ayn Rand

Narrado por: 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

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"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)

Great book!

I started this book in high school and now I wish I had finished it back 15 years ago. I will listen to this again!!

very nice well written story, good narrative.

Would you consider the audio edition of The Fountainhead to be better than the print version?

I did'nt read the book, just listened to the narration and it was very good.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Fountainhead?

The speech of Howard Roark in the court.

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

Howard Roark

Who was the most memorable character of The Fountainhead and why?

Howard Roark

Any additional comments?

the book shows something about the writers personality, she believes in the superiority of some peaple above others, even she justifies destroying buildings for personal interests.

Transformative. A must listen

At 13 I couldn’t get into the story and gave up. Had I had the good fortune of the gifted narrator, Edward Herrmann, I would have finished it then. The narrator has the rare gift of bringing this story to life. He’s probably my all time favorite and I wish he could narrate everything on audible and my iPhone when I use narration function. Thank you audible for this gifted narrator.

epic, sweeping saga

Thank you audible.com, for making it possible for me to find the time to revisit novels like this jewel! I first read this at my mentor's suggestion when I began to study Architecture 30 yrs ago. Still some timely warnings for today's audience in 2019.

This is the favorite book of the people you admire

... whether they admitted or not in this political environment. No one hates the protagonist, despite what they say. They do envy him and fear him .

Inspiring

Don’t live second hand. Be true to yourself, unapologetically and fearlessly. Rugged individualism idealized in such a beautiful way to stir the heart.

Eye opening for the open minded

This book is the most eye opening I've I've had the experience to read or listen to sense "how to win friends and influence people" . I highly recommend this book for anyone of any age wanting to understand the world and the way it should be and the way we should interact for a more positive outcome for society. Next up, Atlas shrugged"...

I listen to this book every few years

What made the experience of listening to The Fountainhead the most enjoyable?

The story of a man standing up for what he believes.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Fountainhead?

Testimony at the trial no apology

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Absolutely but a little long to pull off

One of the best

Ayn is an influential author who offers an eye-opening perspective on the world. There is no middle ground for this one. It will either change your life or infuriate you. Either way you will learn something about yourself and how you see the world (or you will choose not to).

Characters

I liked the integrity of the writing. Still pure after all these years albeit unrealistic