Perspectives on Ayn Rand's Contributions to Economic and Business Thought

Ayn Rand wrote and lectured on economic concepts and topics. This volume addresses the economic and business aspects of her writings. The authors of this anthology are from a variety of fields and all of them are enthusiastic supporters of her ideas.

This superb collection surveys the profound impact of Ayn Rand’s philosophy on economic and business thought. Its contributors provide wonderfully diverse and valuable perspectives on Rand’s intellectual influence. The exceptional quality of the essays are a further illustration of the growing body of scholarly literature on Rand. I recommend this important anthology for all those who are interested in Rand’s continuing appeal and enduring legacy., Ed Younkins brings together diverse voices to demonstrate the enduring importance of Ayn Rand to economic and business education. Ayn Rand's Contributions to Economic and Business Thought is an indispensable resource for teachers and students who wish to add a literary element to courses that too often lack creativity and imagination. , “In March 1990, I was the chief executive of a real-estate development operation in Brazil with 2,500 employees in the weekly payroll when the government froze all bank deposits in the country for three years, similar to the railroad bonds moratorium in Atlas Shrugged. Luckily, I had read the book and I knew what to do. That is a good example of Ayn Rand giving context for her readers to understand business and economics and to strive. This must-read book goes a step further, giving new insights on how to apply Rand’s ideas to make sense of business and economics.”, If you want an expert on Ayn Rand's ideas on economics and business, then Ed Younkins is your man. He is the maven in this field. He has done more excellent work on this topic than perhaps any other scholar on the planet., Ayn Rand has often been associated with economic and business concepts such as "capitalism," "laissez-faire," and "entrepreneur." Despite this close association with economic and business concepts, Rand's insights into economic and business activities have barely been documented. With this volume of essays, we finally have a sustained and serious accounting of Rand's reflections on the nature of commerce. This volume is not only a welcome addition to Rand scholarship, but a useful tool for those interested in the workings and possibilities of a commercial order.

Edward Younkins is professor of Accountancy and director of Graduate Business Programs at Wheeling Jesuit University.