Anthem (version 2)

Anthem is a dystopian novella by Ayn Rand, written in 1937 and first published in 1938. Set in a future dark age, the story explores a society where individuality is suppressed, and the use of the word 'I' is punishable by death. The narrative critiques collectivism and socialistic ideologies, highlighting the importance of personal freedom and self-identity in a technologically controlled world.