About Ayn Rand

Ayn Rand (1905-1982) was a Russian-American novelist and philosopher, best known for her books "Atlas Shrugged" and "The Fountainhead," which advocate for her philosophy of Objectivism. Born in St. Petersburg, Russia, she emigrated to the United States after the Bolshevik Revolution, where she developed her ideas emphasizing individualism, capitalism, and rational self-interest. Rand's works have had a significant impact on American libertarian and conservative thought, continuing to inspire debate and discussion about ethics and politics.