Russian-born author (1905–1982) who famously espoused an “objectivist” philosophy. Her novels and philosophical works, including The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged, take a place among the most influential literature of the twentieth century. Signed book: For The New Intellectual: The Philosophy of Ayn Rand. First edition, first printing. NY: Random House, 1961. Hardcover with dustjacket, 5.75 x 8.25, 242 pages. Signed and inscribed in ballpoint on the half-title page, “To Gisela Weisz, Cordially, Ayn Rand, 4/8/61.” Soiling, edge wear, and a few chips to jacket, and a few faint stains to edges, otherwise fine condition. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
