Rearden Steel

Rearden Steel is a fictional company from Ayn Rand's novel "Atlas Shrugged." It symbolizes innovation and individual achievement in a society that increasingly emphasizes collectivism and regulation. The company's metal, Rearden Metal, is a revolutionary material that outperforms traditional steel. The protagonist, Hank Rearden, is a driven entrepreneur who faces challenges from government interference and societal pressures. Rearden Steel represents the struggle between personal ambition and societal constraints, illustrating themes of capitalism, creativity, and the moral implications of industrial progress. It serves as a rallying point for advocates of free enterprise against a backdrop of bureaucratic control.