Great review from a 1950s conservative perspective. I agree with everything except for the anti-materialist critique.

It’s interesting that the modern comments on the article are generally hostile. What passes for conservatism in this era has generally embraced Rand’s message and tone. Old school conservatism of this sort is dead and buried.

Originally shared by Shannon Roy

The Original is Often the Best

The original 1957 review of “Atlas Shrugged” is great for several reasons, but for me it’s telling that Rand may possibly have assumed the conservative publishers of this review would be fellow travelers…

http://www.nationalreview.com/article/213298/big-sister-watching-you-whittaker-chambers