Atlas Shrugged (book by Ayn Rand)

"Atlas Shrugged" is a novel by Ayn Rand that explores her philosophy of Objectivism, advocating for rational self-interest and the value of individual achievement. Set in a dystopian future where society collapses due to oppressive government control, the story follows key industrialists who withdraw their talents to protest against a system that punishes success. The title refers to the idea of "Atlas," the mythological figure who carries the world, suggesting that if the productive individuals stop supporting the system, it will collapse. The book critiques collectivism and promotes capitalism as the ideal economic system for human flourishing.