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" Very little about this book was "meh." The premise, writing style, and morals were an oil-and-water combination of things I found inspiring and things I found repulsive. So, from start to finish, I couldn't make up my mind if I actually liked it or not. Greater character complexity would have helped a good deal. Caricatures are fine for shorter works when the author has to get a point across quickly but not for a novel of this thickness. The story shines a much-needed light on some uncomfortable practical truths on how the world works. But, also pointedly leaves some relevant questions unanswered by creating a complicated disaster and offering a simple solution. I’m glad I finished it but I don’t think I’d recommend it. "

" Very little about this book was "meh." The premise, writing style, and morals were an oil-and-water combination of things I found inspiring and things I found repulsive. So, from start to finish, I couldn't make up my mind if I actually liked it or not. Greater character complexity would have helped a great deal. Caricatures are fine for shorter works when the author has to get a point across quickly but not for a novel of this thickness. The story shines a much-needed light on some uncomfortable practical truths on how the world works. But, also pointedly leaves some relevant questions unanswered by creating a complicated disaster and offering a simple solution. I’m glad I finished it but I don’t think I’d recommend it. "

" Should be mandatory reading. This book digs into so many issues that are just as relevant today as when it was first released. Rand eloquently, though sometimes with a few too many words, reveals true good and evil in man. Much like today, mediocrity is revered, while independence and conviction are looked at with disdain. Characters are painted so vividly, that you'll find yourself silently cheering or sneering as they speak. Few books evoke this level of raw emotion, or compel the reader to see the world with clearer eyes, as this does. "

" My favorite fiction book of all time - by a huge margin. I will write a review that does it justice when the time is right. Ayn Rand is a genius. "

" love this book. Finished in 3 days. "

" I wished that I had read the abridged version of this book. The verbosity of this unabridged book seems to indicate that its editors went on strike. (This is a joke that you only get if you have read the book.) I liked the story and appreciated the points/morality of the book, it was TOO long and rambling. "

" I found Atlas Shrugged to be very interesting, though repetitive. Ayn Rand's philosophy, which has many aspects that appeal to me, is not applicable in our world. Not only that, but she disregards basic anthropological ideas when discussing the human mind. Her characters are either perfect and infallibly good or stupid and evil. This makes them unbelievable. I did find myself interested in the actual story, though the monologues, particularly the 70-page one, were grueling and consisted of her characters talking about ideas she had previously expressed. I did enjoy the omniscient narrator- different perspectives made the book more interesting than it would've been with only one. "

" An incredibly simple book. Black/White. Good/Bad. You can guess everything that happens approximately 100 pages before it does. "

" Interesting book minus the hussie who sleeps with every man in the book. "

" This book is a classic. I know The Fountainhead is her more popular book, but Atlas Shrugged had more of a story. Both novels serve as vehicles to expound Ayn Rand's philosophy, but to me Atlas Shrugged had a better story. Granted, you will be bludgeoned over the head with her philosophy for much of the book, and her page-long paragraphs would never fly nowadays, but when you wade through, it's a great read. I've read the book three or four times over the years and still enjoy it. Her characters are either strong, captain-of-industry types or leaches with no backbones. There seem to be no characters in between. So in some ways there is a black-and-white aspect to her story. Still, I understand she is trying to make a point, and my comments aren't a criticism. It's still a fascinating, entertaining novel and also a cautionary tale. You won't regret reading this novel, a classic of American fiction. "

" I read this so so long ago. I remember it getting me to think, and I enjoyed it. To be honest, I don't remember too many details. I might have to read it again. "

" If you don't know who Rand is, this is the place to start. "

" Phenomenal. I've read it twice. "

" Good read. Could have been about 100 pages shorter. "

" It could have been in 200 pages. "

" Was an extremely interesting to read Atlas Shrugged. Was my first glimpse into objectivism. Her Individualism has a special draw to it. Processing her work. Always love asking the question "What does it mean to be human being?" Rand Answer in fascinating, still processing, seams slightly incomplete. "

" Not sure if anything I can say will do this book justice. Enjoyed the concept and the ending made the 1100 pages worth it. "

" Yikes. I hope we do not have to go this far over a cliff to see how dangerous a rejection of logic can be. "

" Too long but thought provoking. "

" You can tell a lot about a person by how they feel about this book. "

" This is probably my favorite book of all time. It makes me want to change the world. "

" The book was good. Not a believer in the philosophy. "

" The best piece of literature I have ever read. Frightening considering our current state of affairs in the USA. "

" It's just one if the best books, I've ever read. I think, it will be my personal bible now. Highly recommended for each intellectual person! "

" loved the book and the thought behind the words. i was dreaming words form this book for days (literally reading the book again in my dreams) "

" Should be required reading for all Americans! "

" I feel honored to have stepped into Ayn's world and to have experienced her passion for capitalism. "

" So far a good read and interesting! "

" I dont care who John Galt is!!! "

" So many bad reviews from the liberal end of the political spectrum, and I can understand why (myself leaning towards the left). I might not fully agree with her views, but I found the book strangely absorbing and thought it was a good read. "

" Intellectually bankrupt and outright offensive piece of trash. Never have I seen a straw-man so artfully constructed. Dangerous to impressionable teenage girls and oafish Republicans. "

" I really liked it. "Who is John Galt?" This book has a lot of political theory, and a lot of common sense that people seem to have lost today. Enthusiastic recommendation for any patient reader! "

" This book changed my life back in college. I've since changed a lot of my opinions about Ayn Rand's life philosophy, but I still love her writing and think she has valid points about a lot of humanity's condition. "

" Way too long. Offers the best case for radical libertarianism I've encountered. But of course, the book is fiction. "

" While I don't agree with her philosophy, this has always been one of my favorite books. I am planning a re-read this year. "

" Enjoyed the characters but would not want to live in such a world. "

" It's a good story, captivating, well written. I couldn't disagree more with the philosophy it espouses. "

" It's quite possible that this is the book got me interested in reading! I read it for a second time a couple of years later and loved it just as much then. Dagny, Reardon, and John Galt are forever etched in my mind. It was a pivotal book for me. Thank you Ayn Rand. "

" Loved first half of book. Second half was frustrating. The characters started betraying their own ideals in their own unique ways. "