Ayn Rand. First edition, stated first printing. New York: The Bobbs-Merrill Company, 1982. Both unclipped dust jacket (in a mylar wrapper) and hardcover are in Near Fine condition. No writing or markings found in the book, 276 pp. Introduction by Leonard Peikoff.
Dive into one of Ayn Rand’s last major works — Philosophy: Who Needs It? — a spirited collection of essays in which Rand argues that philosophy is not an abstract luxury, but the foundational tool of human life. Published by Bobbs-Merrill in 1982, this stated first printing brings together her bold insights on morality, reason, education, and the cultural premises that shape our lives.
This copy is in Near Fine condition: the hardcover boards are clean and sharp with minimal wear, the binding is tight, and the dust jacket remains unclipped with the original $15.95 price intact (if applicable). The interior pages are bright and unmarked, and the book has been lovingly maintained.
Why it matters:
Ayn Rand’s final book planned in her lifetime — making it a special milestone in her oeuvre.
A true first printing, which is vital for serious collectors.
A thoughtful gift for any reader interested in philosophy, Libertarian vintage literature, or the history of 20th-century intellectual movements.
