An Open Letter to America's Students--Will "Atlas Shrugged" Change your Life Forever? by C. Bradley Thompson

This letter is addressed to all young people who've read or are about to read Ayn Rand's epic novel, "Atlas Shrugged."

I've taught "Atlas Shrugged" for fifteen years during which time I've witnessed many remarkable things.  For example, some 95% of my students report that "Atlas Shrugged" is the best book they've ever read.  No book that I've taught comes remotely close to fostering a more robust exchange of ideas in the classroom.  My students typically come to class after pulling an all-nighter debating "Atlas" with their friends, and then they pepper me with dozens of questions.  Whether one agrees or disagrees with Ayn Rand's ideas, few could deny that this is what the college experience is supposed to be like.

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