The Essential Thomas Paine

by Thomas Paine

Book Overview

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 Crisis--opening 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...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0486466000
• ISBN13: 9780486466002
• Release Date: March 2008
• Publisher: Dover Publications
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"