Underlying Messages In Ayn Rand's Anthem

Ayn Rand’s Anthem is a novella which has many underlying messages. In literature, especially if the piece is fiction, there is generally a theme, or a political message in the text. Readers gain a new perspective, or a moral lesson by reading these works. There are thousands of examples of this in literary tradition, for example, Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. The work contains multiple themes, including: “Is physicality a necessary component of romance?” , “How can we know if love is true?” “Love has no boundaries”, and more . In addition to these themes, there is also political insight provided by Shakespeare. Due to the constant battle between the two cities, Shakespeare shows that in order for a group to function, they need to have common understanding. Among Shakespeare, millions of fictional authors are guilty of using their works to relay a message or view to the reader. Ayn Rand joins this collective of authors with her novella Anthem. Ayn Rand’s purpose for writing Anthem is to show readers that it is important to live for one’s self, and not to sacrifice individuality because the pursuit of happiness is the highest moral value.
Anthem by Ayn Rand relays the theme that readers should live as individuals to pursue happiness. After his escape from the corrupt society Equality 7-2521 makes the following statement, “If that which we have found is the corruption of solitude, then what can men wish to save for …show more content…
Rand combines a dystopian world with a saddening perspective to present her theme to the reader. This combination impacts the reader by changing their perspective and/or passing on her political message. Millions of authors use their writing as a form of self expression. Equality 7-2521’s journey through the daunting reality he lives in underlays the message that individuality is the purest form of