Ellsworth Toohey
I play the stock market of the spirit and I sell short.
2nd most-quoted character in The Fountainhead (1949): in 4 of its 14 quotes
A line from Ellsworth TooheyArtistic value is achieved collectively by each man subordinating himself to the standards of the majority.
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Ellsworth Toohey
I feel it is my duty to offer you my advice.
Whom do you recommend?
Ellsworth Toohey
The rising star of the profession, Peter Keating. No other architect can equal his ability. That Mr. Wynant, is my sincere opinion.
I believe you.
Ellsworth Toohey
You do?
Of course, but Mr. Toohey, why should I consider your opinion?
Ellsworth Toohey
Well, after all, I am the architectural critic of The Banner.
My dear Toohey, don't confuse me with my readers!
Ellsworth Toohey
There's the building that should have been yours. There are buildings going up all over the city which are great chances refused and given to incompetent fools. You're walking the streets while they're doing the work that you love but cannot obtain. This city is closed to you. It is I who have done it! Don't you want to know my motive?
No!
Ellsworth Toohey
I'm fighting you and shall fight you in every way I can.
You're free to do what you please!
Ellsworth Toohey
Mr. Roark, we're alone here. Why don't you tell me what you think of me in any words you wish.
But I don't think of you!
[Roark walks away and Toohey's head slumps down]