Wealth is the result of man's ability to think applied to the sphere of production and trade. Reason, ultimately, is the source of all wealth. As capitalism is the only social system that on principle leaves man free to think, capitalism is only system of wealth creation.
Paper wealth is only of value if it can be used to purchase real wealth.
Real wealth is something of value that helps you support your life, i.e., food, housing, Atlas Shrugged , etc. I will be writing more on this topic sometime in the future. Co. Ltd. All Rights Reserved. The opinions expressed within are those of the site owner, and may not be those of Miss Rand. For Ayn Rand's views in her own words please refer to her works.