Length38h 18m
About this audiobook
In "The American Crisis," Thomas Paine delivers a compelling series of pamphlets that galvanize American colonists during their struggle for independence. Written in a direct and accessible style, Paine's work employs powerful emotional appeals and reasoned arguments to articulate the urgency of revolution against British tyranny. This influential text, initially published between 1776 and 1783, serves as a rallying cry that emphasizes the necessity of fighting for liberty, employing rhetorical techniques such as analogies and vivid imagery to inspire a sense of unity and purpose among his readers. Thomas Paine, a self-taught philosopher and revolutionary thinker, was deeply influenced by Enlightenment ideals and his experiences as an immigrant in America. His conviction in the principles of democracy, individual rights, and the social contract underpinned his motivations for writing "The American Crisis." Paine's background in politics and pamphleteering positioned him as a key figure in shaping public opinion during a pivotal moment in history, and his relentless spirit for justice inspired countless others to join the cause. "The American Crisis" is an essential read for anyone interested in the foundations of American democracy and the power of persuasive writing. Paine's passionate prose not only encapsulates the spirit of a nation in revolt but also serves as a timeless reminder of the struggles for freedom and the resilience required to achieve it. This work remains a crucial addition to the repertoire of both history enthusiasts and literary scholars alike.
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GenreHistory
Length38 hrs 18 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Crisis No. I
2The Crisis No. II
3The Crisis No. III
4The Crisis No. IV
5The Crisis No. V
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6The Crisis No. VI
7The Crisis No. VII
8The Crisis No. VIII
9The Crisis No. IX
10The Crisis No. X
11The Crisis No. XI
12The Crisis No. XII
13The Crisis No. XIII
14A Supernumerary Crisis To the People of America.
15The Life Of Thomas Paine by Moncure D. Conway
16VOLUME I.
17Preface
18Chapter I. Early Influences
19Chapter II. Early Struggles
20Chapter III. Domestic Trouble
21Chapter IV. The New World
22Chapter V. Liberty And Equality
23Chapter VI. "Common Sense"
24Chapter VII. Under The Banner Of Independence
25Chapter VIII. Soldier And Secretary
26Chapter IX. French Aid, And The Paine-deane Controversy
27Chapter X. A Story By Gouverneur Morris
28Chapter XI. Cause, Country, Self
29Chapter XII. A Journey To France
30Chapter XIII. The Muzzled Ox Treading Out The Grain
31Chapter XIV. Great Washington And Poor Paine
32Chapter XV. Pontifical And Political Inventions
33Chapter XVI. Returning To The Old Home
34Chapter XVII. A British Lion With An American Heart
35Chapter XVIII. Paine's Letters To Jefferson In Paris
36Chapter XIX. The Key Of The Bastille
37Chapter XX. "The Rights Of Man"
38Chapter XXI. Founding The European Republic
39Chapter XXII. The Right Of Evolution
40Chapter XXIII. The Deputy For Calais In The Convention
41Chapter XXIV. Outlawed In England
42Chapter I. "Kill The King, But Not The Man"
43Chapter II. An Outlawed English Ambassador
44Chapter III. Revolution vs. Constitution
45Chapter IV. A Garden In The Faubourg St. Denis
46Chapter V. A Conspiracy
47Chapter VI. A Testimony Under The Guillotine
48Chapter VII. A Minister And His Prisoner
49Chapter VIII. Sick And In Prison
50Chapter IX. A Restoration
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