Articles related to "Rand"

Life and works of American writer Ayn Rand, famous for her philosophy on objectivism and her best known novels The Fountainhead.

Author Anne C. Heller has constructed an Ayn Rand biography full of opinion and factual errors. The result is compelling, but tainted.

Atlas Shrugged, by Ayn Rand, is the monumental epic tale of consequences to society when people's freedoms are restricted by too much government intervention.

Gregory House is the most self-centered man of prime time. So how does his conscience contend with this act of societal immorality?

Ayn Rand was an important American writer; in one Library of Congress poll, Atlas Shrugged was second only to the Bible in its influence on readers.

After Ayn Rand published Atlas Shrugged, her career changed dramatically. This article discusses the period after Atlas Shrugged until her death in 1982.

American legislators face off around health care reform and reining in costs, but an expert claims much of the health care dollar goes elsewhere.

Ayn Rand, founder of Objectivism, is a fascinatingly complex author whose works seem daunting. When understood, however, they are not as intimidating as they look.

Atlas Shrugged book review part three of three examines the writing style of the timeless author, Ayn Rand.

Medicare is now paying out more money than it takes in. Can the U. S. health care system be fixed? A Florida doctor has suggestions.

Anthem is the thrilling tale of a young man who must take the future into his own hands to save not only his own freedom, but that of the entire human race.

Atlas Shrugged book review part one of three explores the plot and message of a classic American novel.

Atlas Shrugged part two of three book review looks at how the story explores big business versus too much government control.

Though widely criticized by 20th century philosophers, Ayn Rand's philosophy of Objectivism offers a compelling alternative to traditional philosophical systems.

A group of libertarians are proposing that people flee the heavy hand of government by taking to international waters.

Objectivism is the philosophy of rational self interest, outlined in Rand's work Atlas Shrugged. What are the core tenets of objectivism?

From Anne Bancroft's seductive Mrs. Robinson to Sandra Bullock's dominating Margaret Tate, older women possess their own mystique in the movies.

The depth and artfulness of Addison Road's "Some Kind of Spark" only made me want to know more about these Texas indie-rockers.

Ken Rand's The 10% Solution: Self Editing for the Modern Writer and Nisi Shawl and Cynthia Ward's Writing the Other are highly recommended for fantasy and sci-fi writers.

Architecture is a profession that lends itself to family drama. Many noted writers, including John Galsworthy and Ayn Rand have developed their plots around it.

Blurring the line between film styles and theatrical conventions, Millan's new play, entitled Directors Cut opened recently at the Factory Studio Theatre in Toronto.

Love Letters is a romantic drama starring Jennifer Jones and Joseph Cotten in a Cyrano de Bergerac story of deception, murder, tragedy, mystery and forgiveness.

On May 2nd, 2009, fifteen years after its release as a CD-ROM game, Myst was released as an iPhone app. The new, smaller version is much the same as the original.

Risk and reward got a divorce. Markets enriched individuals that passed risk to corporate stakeholders. The result is a financial crisis framed by an interesting debate.

The professional (contractor-type) portable air compressor is a versatile tool for DIY homeowners. In the long run they are cheaper than disposable canned air.

Lukas Rossi took home the job as Supernova's lead singer, but is he the real winner this season? I'm not sure. Let's explore this idea a bit more, shall we?

In High Noon, Gary Cooper's iconic marshal has become the symbol of a good man betrayed. But an analysis of his name--Will Kane--reveals some inconsistencies.

What is the standard definition of Internet? A quick look at the Internet's origin, it's intended purpose, and it's evolution.

A tutorial for using random and pseudorandom numbers when programming requires that the resulting number sequence does not repeat itself, with real examples from games.

Set inside a Victorian Warehouse and Biscuit Mill, with fresh food, flowing champagne and bales of hay, where better in Cape Town to spend a Saturday than Woodstock?

Fiction by Rand B. Lee, Robert Reed, Al Michaud, Ted Kosmatka, artwork by David Hardy, reviews by Charles de Lint, Kathy Maio & Michelle West, article by Paul di Filippo

Looking at ways to create data sets for testing user-defined data types using pseudorandom data generation techniques.

Canadian chiropractors maintain chiropractic cervical spine adjustments are safe.

Taking a vacation abroad is a luxury few can afford, since budgets are tight. However, if you've got the money to spend travel suppliers would love to have your business.

The 2010 World Cup is creating jobs, infrastructure, transportation systems, and a place on the international stage that Africa desperately needs.

Globes can be beautiful and also teach world history, as each reflects wars, treaties, and political eras. Find them in flea markets, antique stores, and on the Web.

Is your furry friend putting on weight? Don't risk Type 2 diabetes for them - read pet food nutrition labels and count calories, veterinarian researchers advise

This month's fiction is from Campbell-Award nominee Charles Coleman Finlay, Marc Laidlaw, Richard Mueller, Rand B. Lee and Stephen Popkes and humour from Paul di Filippo.

New stories from Bruce Sterling, Matthew Hughes, Sean McMullen, Melinda M. Snodgrass, Nancy Springer, Yoon Ha Lee, Albert E. Cowdrey, Rand B. Lee

Fiction from Paolo Bacigalupi, Amy Sterling Casil, Rand B. Lee, Robert Reed, Michael Swanwick, Eileen Gunn, newcomer Laura Kasichke and returnee Jim Aiken plus reviews.

A worldview - philosophy or religious beliefs that you view the world through - can't help but shape your fiction. What's the role of a worldview in writing fiction?

Gideon Gono, hapless governor of Zimbabwe's Reserve Bank, has a cunning plan. He is set to excise the endless noughts from the country's bank notes.

The City Sightseeing Tour of Cape Town seems like a tourist-gimmick on first impressions, but it is in fact an efficient and cost-effective way to see the city.

Richard Rahl finally saves the world but not without enveloping everything learned and everyone met from the first ten books of the Sword of Truth series.

Black History Month activities for preschool and daycare.

Inheriting a house that has a mortgage can be a simple and easy way to begin assembling a real estate investment portfolio.

Obama has raised nearly half a billion dollars from names like "Will , Good", his employer as "Loving" and his profession as "You" who has donated $17,375.

Treating feline diabetes most often involves insulin administration, dietary control and frequent monitoring of blood glucose levels using various methods of testing.

Durban is a happening city with fun, activity and sport available in plenty in land and water.

A sensible debate over illegal immigration requires that the costs and benefits be clearly understood. Here are some numbers for healthcare, education, and other costs.