Synopses & Reviews
The impassioned democratic voice of the Age of Revolution, Thomas Paine fought for American liberty with words and deeds. His
Common Sense galvanized the colonists to form the United States and declare independence from Great Britain.
The American Crisisopening with the immortal cry, "These are the times that try men's souls"rallied the young nation's war-weary troops and citizens. Upon his return to Europe, Paine continued to promote freedom by proclaiming
The Rights of Man and decrying religious persecution with
The Age of Reason.The brilliant social and political philosopher possessed a gift for stating complex ideas in concise terms, making him one of the first journalists to write in language accessible to anyone who could read. This anthology features highlights from Paine's best-known works, along with selections from his letters, articles, and pamphlets. Editor John Dos Passosthe acclaimed author of Three Soldiers and the epic U.S.A. trilogydistills the radical intellectual's philosophy into a single cohesive volume that resounds with ever-relevant views on democracy and justice.
Synopsis
The impassioned democratic voice of the Age of Revolution, Paine possessed a gift for stating complex ideas in concise language. This accessible collection of highlights from the social and political philosopher's best-known works includes lengthy selections from Common Sense, The American Crisis, The Rights of Man, and The Age of Reason.
Synopsis
Highlights from the social and political philosopher's best-known works include lengthy selections from Common Sense, The American Crisis, The Rights of Man, and The Age of Reason.
Synopsis
Highlights from the social and political philosopher's best-known works include lengthy selections from Common Sense, The American Crisis, The Rights of Man, and The Age of Reason.