
John Galt
John Galt is a character in Ayn Rand's novel Atlas Shrugged (1957). Although he is not identified by name until the last third of the novel, he is the object of its often-repeated question "Who is John Galt?" and of the quest to discover the answer. Also, in the later part it becomes clear that Galt had been present in the book's plot all along, playing several important roles though not identified by name.

The Life, Studies, and Works of Benjamin West, Esq. Composed from Materials Furnished by Himself
Witness the inspiring journey of a young American Quaker as he follows his artistic dreams from humble beginnings to international acclaim.
By John Galt

The Provost
In a small town, one man's journey to power tests the boundaries of community and self-interest as he climbs the political ladder.
By John Galt

The Ayrshire Legatees; Or, The Pringle Family
A simple family's world turns upside down when an unexpected fortune sends them on a wild adventure from their quiet home to the exciting, but challenging, streets of London.
By John Galt

Ringan Gilhaize, or, The Covenanters
In a land gripped by religious strife, one man rises as a beacon of faith, ready to defy a kingdom to defend his covenant.
By John Galt

The Entail; or, The Lairds of Grippy
A young man, burdened by his family’s tragic past and fueled by a desire to reclaim their lost glory, navigates a web of social challenges and personal ambitions in 19th-century Scotland.
By John Galt

The Annals of the Parish Or, the Chronicle of Dalmailing During the Ministry of the Rev. Micah Balwhidder
Journey back in time to a small town where a new minister's arrival sparks a series of trials, triumphs, and touching moments that echo through generations.
By John Galt

The Life of Lord Byron
Witness the story of a celebrated poet whose early hardships and personal battles shaped his extraordinary literary legacy.
By John Galt