# Anthem

**Author:** Ayn Rand
**Tags:** Love stories, Psychological fiction, Science fiction, Time travel, Men, Individuality
**Price:** Free
**Formats:** DOCX, EPUB, FB2, PDF, TXT
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**Added:** 10.07.2026
**URL:** https://samolit.com/books/95974

## Description

In a chilling future where the word "I" has been eradicated and personal identity is a forbidden concept, Anthem plunges into a dystopian society governed by the absolute rule of the World Council. Humanity lives in collective obedience, with every aspect of life, from vocation to relationships, meticulously controlled. Equality 7-2521, a Street Sweeper, possesses an unyielding curiosity and an independent spirit that sets him apart from his brethren. His forbidden intellect leads him to a hidden tunnel, a relic of a forgotten past, where he secretly conducts experiments, eventually rediscovering the lost power of electricity. Amidst this intellectual rebellion, he forms an unspoken bond with Liberty 5-3000, known to him as the Golden One, defying the societal mandate against personal affection. When his discoveries are deemed a transgression against the collective, Equality 7-2521 flees into the desolate Uncharted Forest, embracing his newfound freedom and the profound, revolutionary realization of the individual self. This gripping novella explores themes of egoism, the profound importance of self-discovery, and the fight against oppressive conformity.