The Fountainhead

De: Ayn Rand

Narrado por: Edward Herrmann

The Fountainhead studies the conflict between artistic genius and social convention, a theme Ayn Rand later developed into the idealistic philosophy knows as Objectivism. Rand's hero is Howard Roark, a brilliant young architect who won't compromise his integrity, especially in the unconventional buildings he designs. Roark is engaged in ideological warfare with a society that despises him, an architectural community that doesn't understand him, and a woman who loves him but wants to destroy him. His struggle raises questions about society's attitude toward revolutionaries. Since this book's publication in 1943, Rand's controversial ideas have made her one of the best-selling authors of all time.©1943 The Bobbs-Merrill Company, renewed 1971 Ayn Rand (P)1994 Penguin-HighBridge Audio

Reseñas de la Crítica

"Ayn Rand is a writer of great power. She has a subtle and ingenious mind and the capacity of writing brilliantly, beautifully, bitterly." (The New York Times)

Awesome book

Expertly narrated, good audio quality. Great novel, I wish it were abridged to about 12 hours instead of 8.5 so I could have gotten more of Ayn Rand's writing. The plot moves along smartly and the speeches make their points much more succinctly than in Atlas Shrugged. Dominique is not someone I'd hold up as a role model for how to make a happy marriage, but I don't think this novel is an allegory about marriage. It is about quality and competence. Nearly all the characters are archetypes or stereotypes. But the points and philosophy are important for everyone to understand. Highly recommended.

Triumph of the human spirit

Great story that encourages readers to be true to themselves and accomplish their goals in life.

good

very good narration. Ayn Rand as passionate as ever. Which is to say what you think either way.

Men for others

The absurdity of this tale from Rand is only out done by it's timeless truth.

Beautiful Message

I binged the book even though it was my second time reading it. The Characters are very strong and unique. I love how creativity is celebrated. This book always inspires me to stay true to my beliefs and creative nature <3

not as in your face atlas shrugged

not as in your face with the philosophy as atlas shrugged. not sure if I like that more or less but this one was easier to listen to without feeling like I should stop and reflect or take notes along the way. I bookmarked a lot less in this book and just listened to the story more.

A must read

“It is the unsacrificed self that we must respect in man above all.”

A must read.

school

I loved this book in high school, and it is still fantastic.
I enjoyed the stories journey between collectivism and individualism on the topic of the pursuit of happiness and what that means.

the title is utterly unremarkable.

This is a really interesting story, strange at times and my biggest take away is we all like what we like.

AynRand is a genius

I read Atlas Shrugged and was told to read The Fountainhead so I did. This book is incredible it has the same type of theme as Atlas Shrugged. The character development is precise. Sun has an uncanny way of developing her stories. The endings always make me feel accomplished somehow. My favorites lines were:
"I could die for you but I wouldn't live for you"

"A self sufficient ego"
Great book!!!!