Reflection Of Anthem By Ayn Rand

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How can background affect a speaker’s or a character's perception? An author’s own personal experiences can affect some of the story or maybe even the entire story. It all depends on how or what the author may have been through. the book “Anthem” written by Ayn rand for example, this book is mainly about how all expressions of individualism have been suppressed. Personal possessions are nonexistent, individual preferences are condemned, and love is forbidden. Obedience is deeply ingrained that the word “I” is erased from the language. Ayn Rand went through some of this herself. She was always expected to say “we” instead of “I” because her siblings would always be with her since she was the oldest of 3. For example, in the book “Anthem” whenever