A Companion to Ayn Rand

by Allan Gotthelf (Editor), Gregory Salmieri (Editor)

The first volume to offer a comprehensive scholarly treatment of Rand's entire corpus (including her novels, her philosophical essays, and her analysis of the events of her times), this Companion provides vital orientation and context for scholars and educated readers grappling with a controversial and understudied thinker whose enduring influence on American (and world) culture is increasingly recognized.

The first publication to provide an in-depth scholarly treatment ranging over the whole of Rand's corpus Provides informed contextual analysis for scholars in a variety of disciplines Presents original research on unpublished material and drafts from the Rand archives in California Features insightful and fair-minded interpretations of Rand's controversial positions

Genres: Philosophy

521 pages, Hardcover

First published December 21, 2015

Reviews

[Steve · Rating 5 out of 5]

This volume doesn't get the attention it deserves. It's much more relevant and approachable than you might expect for a volume in an academic series. It does a good job of placing Rand in context historically, and in relation to other philosophers. But it also does a really good job of drawing out the essence of her views. It isn't at all redundant or superficial in light of other work, such as Peikoff's Objectivism: The Philosophy of Ayn Rand.

In short, if you're interested in finding out more about Objectivism within the context of philosophy in general, this is the place to do it.

[Steve Villa Nunez Jr · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great source of Rand and Objectivism

Very impressive collection. Will definitely be reading certain sections again and again. Recommend to all readers who want an in depth analysis of her work.

[Gerardo Herrera · Rating 5 out of 5]

Difficult read but truly an amazing work. A must read for any Objectivist.