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"The authenticity of her signature is fully guaranteed" (Client of mine explaining why he purchased so many copies of Ayn Rand's Signed Limited Edition books, Atlas Shrugged [2000 Signed, numbered copies] and Capitalism: The Unknown Ideal [700 signed, numbered copies; 300 signed copies]. October 10, 1967 marked the tenth anniversary of the publication of Ayn Rand's Atlas Shrugged. To commemorate this celebratory event, Random House issued a special deluxe tenth anniversary edition of Atlas Shrugged, limited to 2000 numbered copies autographed by Ayn Rand. The book contains a new binding of fine-quality buckram with gold stampings, an acetate cover (missing today from many copies), and an attractive slipcase in the bluish green color which was Rand's favorite. The book was available only through NBI Book Service, which sold copies of Rand's books, pamphlets and lecture recordings. It was priced then at $10! Copy number 835 is near fine in a gently toned, bumped slipcase. Front hinge starting but book holds firm. Book #BV2456. $2850. We specialize in Rare Ayn Rand, and other Legends and Landmarks.

"Atlas Shrugged" by Ayn Rand is a monumental novel that presents a dystopian vision of the United States. Set in a society where government regulations stifle individual initiative and innovation, the story follows the lives of various characters as they navigate a world descending into economic collapse and social decay. The novel primarily revolves around Dagny Taggart, an innovative railroad executive, and Hank Rearden, a talented steel magnate. As they strive to maintain their businesses amidst increasing government interference and societal decline, they encounter various obstacles that hinder their efforts to pursue their visions. A mysterious figure known as John Galt becomes a central enigma in the narrative. Galt is the symbol of a growing resistance movement among the country's most productive and talented individuals, who begin to disappear without a trace. They withdraw from a society that does not appreciate their efforts and stifles their freedom, believing in the philosophy of "going on strike" against a system that suppresses individualism and rewards mediocrity. As the nation faces an economic crisis and societal breakdown, Dagny and Hank discover a hidden valley where the vanished innovators have created their own utopian society based on individualism, free will, and personal achievement. John Galt reveals his philosophy, advocating for the idea that "the mind on strike" is the source of human progress and that individuals should not sacrifice their talents and ambitions for the sake of others. Throughout the novel, Ayn Rand presents her philosophy of Objectivism, emphasizing reason, individualism, and rational self-interest. The narrative delves into complex themes of morality, capitalism, the role of government, and the pursuit of personal happiness. "Atlas Shrugged" is a philosophical epic that critiques collectivism and advocates for the rights of the individual. It portrays the consequences of suppressing individual freedom and ambition while celebrating the importance of human innovation, creativity, and the pursuit of one's own happiness.