 RoR in Florida at Merritt Island
Saturday, December 17, 6:00 PM
Upon what mission did Ayn Rand embark when she chose at a young age to pursue a career in writing? How did her values choices contrast with those of other writers? This month shall ponder those questions through discussion of her essay "The Goal of My Writing" and her short story "The Simplest Thing in the World" in her book The Romantic Manifesto. Learn to use this information to unify the mind, body and emotions of your Authentic Self. As usual, we will have dinner at Applebee's following the discussion.
When: Saturday, December 17, 6:00 PM
Where: Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 780 E Merritt Island Cswy, Merritt Island, FL 32952, (321) 453-8202
Shared Inquiry Questions for "The Goal of My Writing" and "The Simplest Thing in the World" in The Romantic Manifesto
Interpretive Questions
What is the goal of Ayn Rand's writing?
What motivated Ayn Rand to choose this goal?
Why did Ayn Rand refuse to read the children's equivalent of Naturalistic literature at the age of seven?
What does Ayn Rand consider to be "the cardinal aspect of art"?
What is the central theme of "The Simplest Thing in the World"?
Evaluative Questions
Do you agree with Ayn Rand's evaluation of Naturalism?
Do you agree with the principle Ayn Rand named as "the cardinal aspect of art"?
Did you empathize with the central character's plight in "The Simplest Thing in the World"?
What principles on your Belief Window did this essay and short story undermine or reinforce?
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