➔ Atlas Shrugged Part I Chapter 5: The Climax of the d'Anconias - Francisco's Money Speech
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This is the chapter where you finally learn who Francisco d’Anconia actually is. Or rather, who he was. Because the gap between who he was and who he appears to be now is the entire mystery driving this part of the book.
The Mines Were Worthless
The chapter opens with Eddie rushing into Dagny’s office holding a newspaper. The San Sebastian Mines, which Francisco invested millions into in Mexico, have been seized by the government. They found… nothing. Empty holes in the ground. No copper. No value. Total, blatant, intentional worthlessness.