These study notes help prove the theory of collectivism throughout the novella Anthem.

Foreword journal entries Foreword Quote: Pg. Xvi- "They must face it, then decided whether this is what they want or not." This quote shows that they have the power to choose what they want to do and what they want to become of themselves. Responses: ØHow does Ayn Rand feel about collectivism? Be specific about her views. She does not accept the theory of collectivism. In the first version of Anthem, she did not preach …

…Equality 7-2521 cut this word in stone and made it his icon and character and representation. He believed the word would never die even if man perished in battle. He believed it was the word that would never die on earth for it is the heart and the meaning and the glory for all man. He found this word sacred and would cherish it forever and pass it on to all man who would listen.