Ayn Rand

Quick Facts

Full Name	Ayn Rand
Occupation	Novelist
Date Of Birth	Feb 2, 1905(1905-02-02)
Age	119
Date Of Death	1982-03-06
Birthplace	Saint Petersburg
Country	Russia
Horoscope	Aquarius

Ayn Rand Biography

Ayn Rand is one of the most popular and richest Novelist who was born on February 2, 1905 in Saint Petersburg, Russia. Russian-American novelist, philosopher, and Conservative/Libertarian political activist who most famously wrote The Fountainhead (1943) and Atlas Shrugged (1957). She also is known for creating a philosophical system known as Objectivism.

She had a huge influence on the famous American economics expert She greatly influenced the renowned American economist Alan Greenspan..

The girl was raised in St. Petersburg, Russia to Russian Jewish parents. Her husband was Frank O’Connor for fifty years.

Ayn Rand Net Worth

Ayn Rand is one of the richest Novelist from Russia. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Ayn Rand 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Her name was on the list of very first women to attend the Petrograd State University, where she was a student of the study of history. In 1926, she emigrated in America. United States to pursue a career as screenwriter. Hollywood screenwriter.

Her self-interest based philosophy is a major theme in her writing.

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Who is Ayn Rand Dating?

According to our records, Ayn Rand married to Frank O'Connor. As of December 1, 2023, Ayn Rand’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Ayn Ranked on the list of most popular Novelist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Russia. Ayn Rand celebrates birthday on February 2 of every year.

Top Facts about Ayn Rand

1. Ayn Rand was born in Russia in 1905.
2. She immigrated to the US in 1926.
3. Her most famous novels are “The Fountainhead” and “Atlas Shrugged.”
4. Rand’s philosophy is called Objectivism.
5. She believed in rational self-interest and laissez-faire capitalism.
6. Rand’s ideas have influenced libertarianism and conservatism.
7. Critics accuse her of promoting selfishness and elitism.
8. Rand died in New York City in 1982 at age 77.
9. Her books continue to sell millions of copies worldwide.
10. Rand remains a controversial figure, admired by some, reviled by others.

What is Ayn Rand best known for?

Ayn Rand was a Russian-born American author and philosopher. Rand authored two best-selling novels, The Fountainhead (1943) and Atlas Shrugged (1957). Her novels were especially influential among conservatives and libertarians from the mid-20th century.

What was Ayn Rand's view of ethics?

Some of Rand’s statements suggest that she had only one, consistent ethical view: the ultimate goal is the individual’s own survival; the only way to survive long-term, i.e., over a complete life-span, is to live by the standard of man’s life as a rational being, which means: to live morally; and happiness is the …

What was Ayn Rand worth when she died?

When Rand died in 1982, she left nearly $800,000 in her estate, much of which she kept in a savings bank across the street from her apartment, Ms.

What did Ayn Rand mean by Atlas Shrugged?

The theme of Atlas Shrugged, according to Ayn Rand, “is the role of the mind in man’s existence.” It is the mind, the story shows, that is the root of all human knowledge and values — and its absence is the root of all evil.

Why is Atlas Shrugged controversial?

Atlas Shrugged is one of the most controversial books in modern literature. It is a passionate defence of Rand’s belief that the world is best served when individuals act entirely in their own rational self-interest. Or, to put it more bluntly, they act selfishly.