The American Crisis
The Revolutionary Work Which Inspired the Americans to Fight for Their Independence (Including "The Life of Thomas Paine" – Extensive Biography of the Author)By Thomas Paine
Length38h 21m
About this audiobook
Thomas Paine's 'The American Crisis' is a poignant collection of essays written during the American Revolution, designed to inspire and motivate soldiers and citizens alike. Paine's writing style is characterized by its fervent patriotism and straightforward language, making it accessible to a wide audience. The book's emphasis on the importance of freedom and democracy in the face of tyranny places it within the literary context of revolutionary writings that influenced the founding of the United States. Paine's powerful rhetoric and compelling arguments resonate with readers even today, highlighting the enduring relevance of his work. The American Crisis serves as both a historical account of a crucial period in American history and a timeless call to action for those who value liberty and justice.
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GenreHistory
Length38 hrs 21 mins
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Publish dateOct 16, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Common Sense
2The American Crisis
3The Crisis No. I
4The Crisis No. II: To Lord Howe
5The Crisis No. III
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6The Crisis No. IV
7The Crisis No. V
8To General Sir William Howe
9To the Inhabitants of America.
10The Crisis No. VI: To the Earl of Carlisle, General Clinton, and William Eden, Esq., BRITISH COMMISSIONERS AT NEW YORK.
11The Crisis No. VII: To the People of England.
12The Crisis No. VIII: Address to the People of England.
13The Crisis No. IX: The Crisis ExtraordinaryOn the Subject of Taxation.
14The Crisis No. X
15On the King of England’s Speech.
16To the People of America On the expenses, arrangements and disbursements for carrying on the war, and finishing it with honor and advantage
17The Crisis No. XI
18On the Present State of News.
19A Supernumerary Crisis To Sir Guy Carleton.
20The Crisis No. XII: To the Earl of Shelburne.
21The Crisis No. XIII: Thoughts on the Peace, and the Probable Advantages Thereof.
22A Supernumerary Crisis To the People of America.
23The Life Of Thomas Paine by Moncure D. Conway
24Preface
25Chapter I. Early Influences
26Chapter II. Early Struggles
27Chapter III. Domestic Trouble
28Chapter IV. The New World
29On March 4, 1775, Paine writes Franklin from Philadelphia
30Chapter V. Liberty And Equality
31Chapter VI. "Common Sense"
32Chapter VII. Under The Banner Of Independence
33Chapter VIII. Soldier And Secretary
34Chapter IX. French Aid, And The Paine-deane Controversy
35Chapter X. A Story By Gouverneur Morris
36Chapter XI. Cause, Country, Self
37Chapter XII. A Journey To France
38Chapter XIII. The Muzzled Ox Treading Out The Grain
39Chapter XIV. Great Washington And Poor Paine
40Chapter XV. Pontifical And Political Inventions
41Chapter XVI. Returning To The Old Home
42Chapter XVII. A British Lion With An American Heart
43Chapter XVIII. Paine's Letters To Jefferson In Paris
44Chapter XIX. The Key Of The Bastille
45Chapter XX. "The Rights Of Man"
46Chapter XXI. Founding The European Republic
47Chapter XXII. The Right Of Evolution
48Chapter XXIII. The Deputy For Calais In The Convention
49Chapter XXIV. Outlawed In England
50Chapter I. "Kill The King, But Not The Man"
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