Russian-born writer whose “objectivist” philosophy is at the core of her novels, which include The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged. Signed book: Atlas Shrugged. Signet, 1957. Paperback, 4.25 x 7, 1084 pages. Signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint on the title page, “To Ruth Ruddy–with my congratulations on your brilliant son–Cordially, Ayn Rand 5/10/72.” In very good condition, with a light shade of toning to signed page, light wear to covers and some mild sunning to spine. COA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.