Lisa answers “So Should I read Atlas Shrugged, knowing I...”

Thorkell Ottarsson asked this question about Atlas Shrugged:

So Should I read Atlas Shrugged, knowing I hate what Ayn Rand stands for and preached? My question is if reading it will give me any insight I need or if it is just a waist of time and unnecessary self harm? Have others who have the same view on her politics as I not regretted spending their time reading the book?

Lisa If you don't read the book yourself, you won't know what it really says.
You might find that there are things you do agree with, or at least be better…moreIf you don't read the book yourself, you won't know what it really says.
You might find that there are things you do agree with, or at least be better able to frame your argument against it.

But life is short, and if you don't *want* to read the book or understand this aspect of Ayn Rand's beliefs then definitely spend your time pursuing books that you enjoy. "Spark Joy" and all that...it works with media, too. (less)

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