Anthem by Ayn Rand is a dystopian novella that explores the triumph of individualism over collectivism in a totalitarian future where the concept of the self has been eliminated. Written in Rand’s signature philosophical style, the story follows a young man named Equality 7-2521 as he discovers forbidden knowledge, reclaims the word “I,” and challenges the oppressive system that has erased personal identity. This early work lays the foundation for the themes Rand would later develop in The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged, making it essential reading for fans of philosophical fiction, political thought, and classic dystopian literature.
 
This 1946 paperback is in good condition with age-related toning and edge wear consistent with its vintage. Structurally sound with clean text, a solid and collectible early printing of this important work.