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The Fountainhead

Written by: Ayn Rand
Narrated by: Edward Herrmann
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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 Classics Literary Fiction Philosophy Political

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"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)

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A true masterpiece

Exceptional story with splendid narration to weave the entirety of the love & creation

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Howard Roark was a creative genius.

His architecture was above and beyond all ordinary standards. His character was perfectly without reproach. When he spoke, it was not the egotism of vanity; it was the overflowing of an affectionate heart. His own good sense prevented him from conventionality.
Dominique Francon was a fair, fragile, golden-haired journalist! She was slender, had an admirable form, and the most exquisite little face that Howard had ever had the pleasure of beholding. She treated him quite arrogantly.
In due course, they made a secret understanding between themselves.

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Revisiting my childhood and what I believed in

I have always loved Ayn Rand’s work and this rekindled the fire for the pursuit of individualistic excellence.

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When ears beats your eyes

Have read Fountainhead before but hearing Edward narrate the story with so much passion and depth was an overwhelming experience . Could feel the characters intimately in the way he expressed their emotions . Bravo 👏👏

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Superbly narrated by Mr. Edward Herrmann.

I always knew that Fountainhead was a must read. But actually it must listen book with Mr. Herrman's narration.

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Masterpiece

I connected with this book yet again this time after nearly forty years. It conveyed a totally different understanding this time. Possibly my perspectives have changed. So much to assimilate, so much to agree with, so much to disagree. One common happening the first time and now - it was just not possible to finish it hastily. One digests such books not just read and throw.

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Best book ever

Loved it. Aynrand has used the character Howard Rork to explain her philosophy in a simple yet powerful way. Excellent read. it definitely will change your thoughts.

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Best Novel Written Ever

loved the narrative. This book is my all time favorite and the narration was par excellent.

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highly recommded

I have read this book several times and its 5 or 6th time listening the book. i like every detail of it , the conception and also love how the reader has narrated . its worth every second of your time.

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Captivating

the narration was brilliant ! loved it Re-lived the magic of this story again !

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