It essentially IS a graphic novel

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mcfly — 9/30/2015 10:42:39 PM (archived)

It'd be generous to describe the characters as 2 dimensional. A lot of writers attempt to create character-driven stories, where the rich inner lives of the characters are the engine that keeps everything moving. Nothing could be further from the truth with Atlas Shrugged. Rand's characters are cardboard cutouts forced to dance to her tune.

Genuinely, a disappointing read.

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What do you consider *The Great American Novel?* - Jody - 9/29/2015 3:23:53 AM
- "Atlas Shrugged" of course. It'll 'steel' your heart. n/t - RobVG - 9/30/2015 4:25:19 AM
  - I think I'll wait for the graphic novel. - ER - 9/30/2015 4:56:07 AM
    - It essentially IS a graphic novel - mcfly - 9/30/2015 10:42:39 PM
      - Well, it's not a real novel.... - ER - 10/1/2015 12:25:22 AM
    - Something I never knew existed... - Jody - 9/30/2015 3:29:09 PM
      - I loved comic books before I loved to read... - FrankC - 9/30/2015 6:07:22 PM
      - It sounds like a great idea. - ER - 9/30/2015 4:37:52 PM
        
        I know! - Jody - 9/30/2015 5:07:47 PM
- Probably hasn't been written yet... - FrankC - 9/30/2015 12:43:03 AM
  - And let's not forget Moby Dick. n/t - ER - 9/30/2015 1:26:38 AM
  - I feel I was left behind the door - Jody - 9/30/2015 12:48:52 AM
    - Love of Literature does not make you a better person... - FrankC - 9/30/2015 6:29:34 PM
- "Huckleberry Finn" - bowser - 9/29/2015 5:03:20 AM
  - Excellent Choice. In fact, HF has been called "The Great American Novel". - ER - 9/29/2015 12:30:07 PM
- "Letting Go", by Phillip Roth - ER - 9/29/2015 3:57:24 AM
  - Roth is a brilliant author. - bowser - 9/30/2015 3:02:52 AM
    - In spite of my admiration for him, - ER - 9/30/2015 4:55:09 AM

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