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Sep

Ideal is Ayn Rand’s powerful exploration of integrity, heroism, and the clash between illusion and reality.

Written as both a play and a novel, this dramatic story examines what happens when ideals are put to the test in the real world.

The story follows glamorous actress Kay Gonda, who goes on the run after being accused of murder. Seeking refuge, she visits six devoted fans whose letters once proclaimed their admiration for her. As she meets each one, Gonda confronts a painful truth: while many speak of values and devotion, few are willing to act on them when it matters most.

Through a tense and deeply symbolic narrative, Rand poses timeless questions:

What does it mean to truly live by one’s ideals?

Can words alone define a person’s character, or do actions reveal the truth?

How far will someone go to uphold their convictions?

Ideal challenges readers to reflect on the nature of integrity and the gap between what people claim to believe and how they truly live. With its dramatic tension and philosophical depth, it’s a profound journey into the heart of human values.