A volume of Thomas Paine's most essential works, showcasing one of American history's most eloquent proponents of democracy. Upon publication, Thomas Paine’s

Collects several works covering a variety of political subjects, including independence from Britain for the American colonies, service in the Continental army,

Features three works by politician and author Thomas Paine--"Common Sense," "The Rights of Man," and "The Crisis"--And discusses his philosophies and the effect

Common sense is a 67-page pamphlet written by Thomas Paine between 1775 and 1776, advocating people from the independence of Britain to the thirteen colonies. P

In January 1776, Thomas Paine published a pamphlet called Common Sense, which electrified the American colonies. Paine demanded freedom from Britain when even f