752 pages • first pub 1943 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780452286757
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: New American Library
Publication date: 26 April 2005
Description
The revolutionary literary vision that sowed the seeds of Objectivism, Ayn Rand's groundbreaking philosophy, and brought her immediate worldwide acclaim. This modern classic is the story of intransigent young architect Howard Roark, whose integrit...
Community Reviews Summary of 7,465 reviews
Moods
challenging 70%
inspiring 32%
tense 26%
emotional 23%
dark 21%
informative 13%
adventurous 12%
sad 12%
hopeful 9%
mysterious 7%
relaxing 2%
Pace
medium 34%
fast 3%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 54% | A mix: 33% | Plot: 11%Strong character development?
No: 34% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 30%Loveable characters?
No: 48% | It's complicated: 31% | Yes: 20%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 69% | Yes: 18% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 1%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 32% | No: 10%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Rape, Sexual assault, MisogynyModerate
Infidelity, Alcoholism, Self harmMinor
Suicidal thoughts752 pages • first pub 1943 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780452286757
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: New American Library
Publication date: 26 April 2005
Description
The revolutionary literary vision that sowed the seeds of Objectivism, Ayn Rand's groundbreaking philosophy, and brought her immediate worldwide acclaim. This modern classic is the story of intransigent young architect Howard Roark, whose integrit...
Community Reviews Summary of 7,465 reviews
Moods
challenging 70%
inspiring 32%
tense 26%
emotional 23%
dark 21%
informative 13%
adventurous 12%
sad 12%
hopeful 9%
mysterious 7%
relaxing 2%
Pace
medium 34%
fast 3%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 54% | A mix: 33% | Plot: 11%Strong character development?
No: 34% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 30%Loveable characters?
No: 48% | It's complicated: 31% | Yes: 20%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 69% | Yes: 18% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 1%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 32% | No: 10%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Rape, Sexual assault, MisogynyModerate
Infidelity, Alcoholism, Self harmMinor
Suicidal thoughts