Thomas Paine: Enlightenment, Revolution, and the Birth of Modern NationsA fresh new look at the Enlightenment intellectual who became the most controversial of America's founding fathers Despite his being a founder of both the United States and the French Republic, the creator of the phrase "United States of America," and the author of Common Sense, Thomas Paine is the least well known of America's founding fathers. This edifying biography by Craig Nelson traces Paine's path from his years as a London mechanic, through his emergence as the voice of revolutionary fervor on two continents, to his final days in the throes of dementia. By acquainting us as never before with this complex and combative genius, Nelson rescues a giant from obscurity-and gives us a fascinating work of history. |
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... present enlightened day , is of the speculative kind . It never breaks out into action . " Two decades later , he would in fact evolve into one of these reforming philosophers himself , carrying on the utopian missions of the previous ...
... present enlightened day , is of the speculative kind . It never breaks out into action . " Two decades later , he would in fact evolve into one of these reforming philosophers himself , carrying on the utopian missions of the previous ...
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... of his life to the present day , Paine has been considered one of the most controversial figures in American history , nearly all of his writings reflect the consensus opinion of his Enlightenment peers . 8 THOMAS PAINE.
... of his life to the present day , Paine has been considered one of the most controversial figures in American history , nearly all of his writings reflect the consensus opinion of his Enlightenment peers . 8 THOMAS PAINE.
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Contents
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Pragmatic Utopians | 51 |
Hell Is Not Easily Conquered | 101 |
The Silas Deane Affair | 126 |
The Missionary Bereft of His Mission | 146 |
Droits de lHomme ou Droits du Seigneur? | 181 |
The Sovereigns Among Us | 235 |
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Thomas Paine: Enlightenment, Revolution, and the Birth of Modern Nations Craig Nelson Limited preview - 2007 |
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