It’s the summer of the chunkster! A group of us decided to read Atlas Shrugged (#AtlasRAL) this summer and we have hit our first milestone which was to complete part one of this ginormous book.
Non-Contradiction: states that something cannot be both true and not true at the same time when dealing with the same context.
First, a few thoughts:
- Strong characters from one end of the spectrum to the other.
- Greed is a theme, as is the complete opposite of greed. Apparently, it’s better to build a crappy product that serves many than a superior product that serves only a few.
- Profit is bad. Profit is good. Depends on who you ask.
- Human beings are really just animals when you remove their worldly goods.
- It’s a battle of the mind versus body.
- When people don’t know the answer to a question, they come back with another question, “Who is John Galt?” It’s mentioned over and over again. I’m anxious for this to be explained.
Question to ponder:
What’s going on with the intellectuals in this book? Are they losing their minds?
Initial reactions:
I have to admit, I am intrigued with the book. It’s fascinating to spend time with these people. For me, the part one flew by even though the chapters are on the long side.
If you need a page breakdown of the book, click here for a visual.
For those reading with me, what are your thoughts so far?
Next up, read part two by July 31st.