Common Sense & The Rights of Man
Words of a Visionary That Sparked the Revolution and Remained the Core of American Democratic PrinciplesBy Thomas Paine
Length41h 39m
About this audiobook
Thomas Paine's groundbreaking works, 'Common Sense' and 'The Rights of Man,' are seminal texts that have played a significant role in shaping political thought and discourse. Written in a clear, persuasive style, 'Common Sense' articulates Paine's arguments for American independence from British rule, appealing to reason and common sense. This influential pamphlet served as a catalyst for the American Revolution and remains a cornerstone of American political literature. In 'The Rights of Man,' Paine expands on his revolutionary ideas by championing the rights of individuals against oppressive governments, making a compelling case for democratic principles and social justice. Born in England, Thomas Paine was a political activist and philosopher who became a key figure in the Age of Enlightenment. His experiences as a revolutionary thinker, combined with his fervent belief in human rights and equality, inspired him to write these seminal works that continue to resonate with readers today. Paine's commitment to challenging authority and advocating for democratic values is evident in the thought-provoking rhetoric found in 'Common Sense' and 'The Rights of Man.' I highly recommend 'Common Sense' and 'The Rights of Man' to readers interested in political philosophy, history, and the foundations of modern democracy. Paine's eloquent prose and bold ideas make these texts essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the principles of liberty, equality, and democratic governance.
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GenrePolitics and Government
Length41 hrs 39 mins
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Publish dateMar 21, 2018
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Common Sense & The Rights of Man
26Chapter I. Early Influences
2On the Origin and Design of Government in General, with Concise Remarks on the English Constitution
27Chapter II. Early Struggles
3Of Monarchy and Hereditary Succession
28Chapter III. Domestic Trouble
4Thoughts on the Present State of American Affairs
29Chapter IV. The New World
5Of the Present Ability of America: with some Miscellaneous Reflections
30Chapter V. Liberty And Equality
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6PART I
31Chapter VI. "Common Sense"
7The Author's Preface to the English Edition
32Chapter VII. Under The Banner Of Independence
8The Author's Preface to the French Edition
33Chapter VIII. Soldier And Secretary
9Rights of Man (pt. 1)
34Chapter IX. French Aid, And The Paine-deane Controversy
10Rights of Man (pt. 2)
35Chapter X. A Story By Gouverneur Morris
11Declaration Of The Rights Of Man And Of Citizens By The National Assembly Of France
36Chapter XI. Cause, Country, Self
12Observations on the Declaration of Rights
37Chapter XII. A Journey To France
13Miscellaneous Chapter
38Chapter XIII. The Muzzled Ox Treading Out The Grain
14Conclusion
39Chapter XIV. Great Washington And Poor Paine
15PART II
40Chapter XV. Pontifical And Political Inventions
16Preface
41Chapter XVI. Returning To The Old Home
17Introduction
42Chapter XVII. A British Lion With An American Heart
18Chapter I
43Chapter XVIII. Paine's Letters To Jefferson In Paris
19Chapter II
44Chapter XIX. The Key Of The Bastille
20Chapter III
45Chapter XX. "The Rights Of Man"
21Chapter IV
46Chapter XXI. Founding The European Republic
22Chapter V (pt. 1)
47Chapter XXII. The Right Of Evolution
23Chapter V (pt. 2)
48Chapter XXIII. The Deputy For Calais In The Convention
24Appendix
49Chapter XXIV. Outlawed In England
25Preface
50Chapter I. "Kill The King, But Not The Man"
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