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The Collected Works of Thomas Paine assembles the influential writings of one of America's foremost revolutionary thinkers and political activists. Spanning from his seminal pamphlets like "Common Sense" to his powerful treatise "The Rights of Man," this collection encapsulates Paine's fervent advocacy for liberty, democracy, and human rights. Stylistically, Paine employs clear and persuasive prose, strategically blending rhetoric and reason to galvanize public opinion during the tumultuous Revolutionary period. The book not only serves as a testament to Enlightenment ideals but also sheds light on the socio-political environment of late 18th-century America and Europe, influencing both contemporaries and future generations of thinkers and activists. Thomas Paine (1737-1809) was born in England and later emigrated to America, where he engaged vigorously in the political discourse of his time. His experiences as a propagandist and exile provided him a unique lens through which to critique government and champion individual rights. Paine's radical ideologies often placed him at odds with established authorities, making his works both valuable historical artifacts and powerful calls for social change. His life, punctuated by advocacy for republicanism and social equity, profoundly shaped modern democratic thought. For readers eager to explore the foundations of modern democracy and the rights of the individual, The Collected Works of Thomas Paine is an indispensable resource. This compilation not only offers a window into the ideological underpinnings of the American Revolution but also sparks critical reflection on contemporary issues of governance and civil liberties. Paine's passionate call for justice and equality remains as relevant today as it was in his time, making this collection essential reading for anyone interested in political philosophy and history.
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GenrePolitics and Government
Length77 hrs 18 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Notable Works
2Common Sense
3The American Crisis (pt. 1)
4The American Crisis (pt. 2)
5The American Crisis (pt. 3)
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6The American Crisis (pt. 4)
7The Rights of Man (pt. 1)
8The Rights of Man (pt. 2)
9The Rights of Man (pt. 3)
10The Rights of Man (pt. 4)
11The Rights of Man (pt. 5)
12The Age of Reason (pt. 1)
13The Age of Reason (pt. 2)
14The Age of Reason (pt. 3)
15Other Works
16The Republican Proclamation
17To The Authors of "Le Républicain."
18To The Abbé Sièyes
19To The Attorney General
20To Mr. Secretary Dundas
21Letters To Onslow Cranley
22To The Sheriff Of The County Of Sussex
23To Mr. Secretary Dundas
24Letter Addressed To The Addressers On The Late Proclamation
25Address To The People Of France
26Anti-monarchal Essay. For The Use Of New Republicans
27To The Attorney General, On The Prosecution Against The Second Part
28On The Propriety Of Bringing Louis XVI To Trial
29Reasons For Preserving The Life Of Louis Capet
30Shall Louis XVI Have Respite?
31Declaration Of Rights
32Private Letters To Jefferson
33Letter To Danton
34A Citizen Of America To The Citizens Of Europe
35Appeal To The Convention
36The Memorial To Monroe (pt. 1)
37The Memorial To Monroe (pt. 2)
38Letter To George Washington
39Observations
40Dissertation On First Principles Of Government
41The Constitution Of 1795
42The Decline And Fall Of The English System Of Finance
43Forgetfulness
44Agrarian Justice
45The Eighteenth Fructidor
46The Recall Of Monroe
47Private Letter To President Jefferson
48Proposal That Louisiana Be Purchased
49Thomas Paine To The Citizens Of The United States
50To The French Inhabitants Of Louisiana