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It is the future, and society has been ruined. The word “I” has been erased from society; the only replacement being the word “we”. Ayn Rand’s novel Anthem explores the effects of a horrific, totalitarian society. Children are separated from their parents at birth, careers are assigned, not chosen, and free will is the ultimate crime. Living within this structure, Equality 7-2521 finds himself lost in contradiction; collectivity should lead to happiness, but for him, individuality seems to be the key. Through vivid setting, a provoking major character, and symbolic details, Ayn Rand’s writing is focused on one thing: to show “the meaning of man’s ego.”

The story of Anthem takes place in dystopian future in which freedom and human rights have been obliterated. Equality 7-2521, the protagonist, is a street sweeper who finds a tunnel where he conducts his science experiments which are considered a sin. Throughout the book we see him change and discover how capable he is through a multitude of literary devices. In the novella , Anthem, Ayn Rand utilizes vivid imagery and a profusion of diction to frenetically emphasize the idea of love.

“The word "We" is as lime poured over men, which sets and hardens to stone, and crushes all beneath it, and that which is white and that which is black are lost equally in the grey of it. It is the word by which the depraved steal the virtue of the good, by which the weak steal the might of the strong, by which the fools steal the wisdom of the sages” (Rand 66). Anthem is a science fiction book written by Ayn Rand. This book takes place in a futuristic time in which freedom and individual rights have been demolished and substituted by collectivism. Equality 7-2521 has a different perspective on reality than the rest of society and therefore searches to find his way despite many hardships. Within Equality 7-2521’s exploration, he is able to

Anthem is a short dystopian fiction novel written by Ayn Rand. It was published 79 years in 1938 in England. The setting of the novel starts off in a dark tunnel. As we get further in the book we learn that the story takes place in an undetermined point in the future in a City that’s not specified. The main character, Equality 7-2521, narrates his thoughts to the reader throughout the whole book. He feels guilty because he’s breaking the laws by writing down his thoughts but feels it is necessary. It is forbidden for the people to have their own thoughts or do anything by themselves. A long time ago, there was something called the Great Rebirth. After that happened, society started to refer to themselves as “we” and lost the word “I”,

“Anthem” is an engrossing novel by Ayn Rand focusing on the character Equality 7-2521’s descent into rebellion against the new socialistic government that has taken all previous scientific advancement out of life, only to leave the ideology of collectivism. His quest to discover, learn, and invent is problematic to those that oversee the progress of the civilization, and from roughly around the age of five, he is punished for his nature. Soon enough, the twenty-one year old is on a journey to learn, not only about nature’s mysteries, but also about what sets him apart from his dead-eyed peers. Equality 7-2521 has many distinctive characteristics that others in the restricted city do not, some of which are relatable, and others that are indeed unique.

The story Anthem takes place in the future, however, there is no technology to support that era. This book displays no flying cars, or jet packs that most people today would associate with the future. Instead, society has regressed to a time where not even a light bulb remains. As the story follows Equality 7-2521 through his transition from a simple street sweeper, to a free man with his own family, the oppression and draconian laws of this new society is documented by Equality.

The 22nd century was known for the dystopian societies. One dystopian society story that caught my interest was anthem. Anthem is a story by Ayn Rand , This story is about a guy named Equality-2521 . Equality lives in a dystopian society where he is controlled and he can only live until he’s 45 years old and he can only live for his brothers. In the society there is no such thing as being yourself there is no such thing as using the word “I”. This society is run by a council this council is made up of three men and two women . This dystopian Society goes to school until 15 and then they get assigned jobs and names ,Equality is different from all his other brothers equality is taller and smarter. Equality is

Often, this will negatively impact self esteem, self worth and self confidence. “We are one in all and all in one . There are no men, but only the great WE , One , indivisible and forever.” Equality 7-2521 condemns himself as evil and cursed, and labels himself as a sinner and criminal. He admits his unhappiness in the Home of the Students as well as in the Home of the Street Sweepers. In our world, Equality 7-2521 would be a promising student, and later a successful scientist. However, in the story, instead of benefiting society, his talents go to waste. Even his name indicates a lack of personal identity, until he meets Liberty 5-3000, and they name each other “the Golden One” and “the Unconquered”. Anthem provides proof for how collectivist ideals oppress the individual, and deeply affect personal identity and purpose in

Anthem by Ayn Rand is an anti-utopian novella about a man’s ego that, according to Leonard Peikoff, has made Rand “immortal” and her book alive (Rand 12). The main character is Equality 7-2521, a man who lives in a collectivist society whose members are to have one mind and body. Individualism is scrutinized so much so that the word “I” is forbidden, and Equality 7-2521 is the most individualistic of them all. After breaking away from the collectivist society, Equality 7-2521 and his partner Liberty 5-3000 choose to abandon their given names and rename themselves “Prometheus” and “Gaea.” Derived from Greek mythology, Prometheus,

When examining the novella Anthem by Ayn Rand and the song "2112" by Rush, (Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, and Neil Peart) one will see that this lyric and novella are equal. One will see references from communism and 1984 through this song and novella. The reader will also see that there are also references from Anthem in the song, "2112."

Popular music is often one of the best lenses we have through which to view our own cultural orientation. Many of the artistic and experimental shifts in popular music have mirrored changes in our own society. For instance, the emergence of Elvis Presley as a public figure would signal the start of a sexual revolution and the growth in visibility of a rebellious youth culture. Similarly, the folk and psychedelic music of the 1960s was closely entangled with the Civil Rights, anti-war and social protest movements. In this regard, we can view popular music as an artifact through which to better understand the time and place in which it is produced. In light of this, the state of popular music today may suggest troubling things about our society.

To begin with, the novel Anthem, by Ayn Rand, takes place during a dark age in the future. Equality 7-2521 is the main character who is curious to learn about life before the Great Rebirth although it is against the rules. He studies a tunnel that was left behind from the Unmentionable times and learns the truth to it all.

The Osoyoos Indian Band is one of the Okanagan National Alliance First Nations holding 32,000 acres of land in the Okanagan Valley. The Band was formed in 1877 and is known for its rise from poverty and its success relative to other First Nation’s Bands across Canada (MacDonald, 2014). The Band’s vision is to achieve self-reliance through economic development and preserve the first nation culture (oidbc, 2015). Their land offers opportunities for agriculture, eco-tourism, commercial, industrial and residential developments, which will assist in their mission to becoming one of the major economic generators in the South Okanagan. They currently have no completed treaty agreement.

The film 2081 directed by Chandler Tuttle is an adaptation of the short story 'Harrison Bergeron' by Kurt Vonnegut Jr. which looks into a dystopian society where everyone is finally equal. Vonnegut wanted to show us how absurd the world will become when everyone is equal and Tuttle has conveyed that perfectly in his adaptation. The story is told from George Bergeron's perspective as he watches his son Harrison perform his act of rebellion and his own requiem. Tuttle uses Harrison to criticise how absurd perfect equality is and uses George to show how the media can control our lives and dictate how we view of our society.

Throughout history, music has been seen as a medium in which different people all over the world can relate. Adorno criticizes, however, that songs that have the most “hits” on the top music charts or are most listened to, otherwise known as popular music, are being produced for and consumed by the masses as a commodity. He identifies popular music as being a part of a culture used for capitalism, and that we as listeners, are falling into a trap in which we believe songs have individuality and that we have the freedom to choose what we listen to. He argues that in reality these popular songs are all standardized and made to seem different through various elements that are added. In this paper, I will display how Adorno’s critique of popular music being used for capitalism applies to the song,1-800-273-8255, by hip-hop and rap artist Logic, through its standardized elements in both its content and marketing; however, I will argue that although it contains these elements, the audience is actively listening and responding to the song as it brings awareness to mental health and suicide prevention that is changing and saving lives all around us.