Paine, Thomas, 1737-1809.

Common sense ; and Rights of man : bold-faced thoughts on revolut ion, reason, and personal freedom / Thomas Paine ; edited by Laura R oss. - New York : Sterling, c2011. - 480 p. ; 16 cm.

Includes index.

Common sense - Rights of man.

"Thomas Paine's powerful essays inspired two of the most important r evolutions in history, in America and France. America's first bestselle r, 'Common Sense' (1776) is a ringing denunciation of corrupt monarchie s...'Rights of Man' (1791) is a fiery condemnation of a former friend's writings and a further exploration of Paine's beliefs in innovation, f ree thought, and democracy..."--P. [4] of cover.

9781402778674 1402778678

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Political science -- History -- 18th century.
Monarchy.
Political science -- Early works to 1800.


United States -- Politics and government -- 1775-1783.

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