[sarasmom]

Oh I will start it, but I ask for understanding, if it is a good read. I figure 72 hours of my undivided attention is required, based on the last page number and my personal weakness in the face of the printed text.

I would have persued a career in librarial arts, but I would have begrudged any interuption by the public that required me to interrupt my own eclectric research.

I rely on the Lotto to one day give me that freedom! LOL

[Prodigal Son]

I figure 72 hours of my undivided attention is required,

Hmmm. I don't know... 72 hours of actual reading time sure.

There's one chapter- John Galt's speech (I think it's entitled "This is John Galt Speaking- or something to that effect) that took Ms Rand a year to write. She basically summarizes her entire philosophy in that speech and it's a lot to ponder over and chew on.

There's some other gems in there as well, not least of which is Francisco's "So you think that money is the root of all evil?" speech. That one gets posted on FR from time to time.

I found it to be a good read. It's one of those love it or hate it books. Not that many people are neutral about it.

Have fun with it.

[renosathug]

It is a bit intimidating at first, but the first time I read it I forced myself to begin. It may take a while to understand, and to figure out all the characters. As she says often in the book, "Check your premises". Some of the characters who appear to be good guys at first will surprise you later on. And those who appear to be bad guys will surprise you even more. It is even better the second time you read the book. Enjoy!