Fifty-four years after publication, Ayn Rand’s magnum opus, Atlas Shrugged, has hit the big screen, opening to modest success by independent film standards. It is currently #6 on Amazon, and the “second most influential book for Americans today” according to a Library of Congress and Book of the Month Club survey. Millions of readers from across the political spectrum (including many well-known celebrities) have read “Atlas” and publicly acknowledge the positive contributions of Ayn Rand’s novels to their happiness and pursuit of excellence.
Atlas Shrugged’s position on politics, society, and self-interest draws cheers and jeers, and many people part company with the author on various issues. What inspires most fans, and a reason for its enduring popularity, is its noble vision of remaining true to cherished values. It is a vision that divorced parents can embrace to resist powerful temptations to trash an ex. To read the entire article on The Huffington Post, “Like” it, share it on Facebook and Twitter, and leave comments, click here.