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Common Sense - (Mint Editions (Political and Social Narratives)) by Thomas Paine (Paperback)

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  • Struggling under oppressive laws, high taxes, and the heavy hand of King George the Third's rule, the people living in early America longed for freedoms seemingly out of reach.
  • Author(s): Thomas Paine
  • 58 Pages
  • Political Science, Essays
  • Series Name: Mint Editions (Political and Social Narratives)

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Struggling under oppressive laws, high taxes, and the heavy hand of King George the Third's rule, the people living in early America longed for freedoms seemingly out of reach. Talk of rebellion stayed in bars and in the secret of homes, never really given serious consideration until Thomas Paine picked up a pen. Common Sense was the one of the first major cases made public for independence. Written as if it were a sermon, Paine advocates for religious freedom and independence from Great Britain. Common Sense is separated by four sections: "Of the Origin and Design of Government in General, With Concise Remarks on the English Constitution", "Of Monarchy and Hereditary Succession," "Thoughts on the Present State of American Affairs," and "On the Present Ability of America, With Some Miscellaneous Reflections." Each use concise and persuasive prose to address Paine's main points and arguments for independence, based on the origins of the British government, the current state of America, and the issues of each. With Common Sense Thomas Paine entered a frequently talked about and yearned for solution for the young, struggling nation into public discourse for serious consideration.

"Without the pen of the author of Common Sense, the sword of Washington would have been raised in vain," John Adams said of Thomas Paine . Common Sense not only helped to inspire the American Revolution, but it also gave the founding fathers direction. Using clear, concise, and persuasive prose, Paine argues for American independence before other public figures of his time had the bravery or eloquence to. The ideologies of Common Sense are still employed in government today, and is a testament to the American spirit.

Now with in a modern, easy-to-read font and with a distinct cover design, Common Sense by Thomas Paine embodies the American spirit and ingenuity like never before. It is a must-have for any collection seeking to appreciate American history and the origins of American democracy.

Since our inception in 2020, Mint Editions has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh, professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover, all while maintaining the integrity of the original book.

With thousands of titles in our collection, we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works, curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.



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In a young nation facing financial hardships, oppressive laws, and violence, Thomas Paine advocates for freedom, and helps to kickstart the American Revolution. Common Sense by Thomas Paine is said to be one of the major influences on America's decision to rebel against Great Britain, as Paine was among the first to present the thought of revolution in an intellectual medium.

Dimensions (Overall): 8.0 Inches (H) x 5.0 Inches (W) x .14 Inches (D)
Weight: .16 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 58
Series Title: Mint Editions (Political and Social Narratives)
Genre: Political Science
Sub-Genre: Essays
Publisher: Mint Editions
Format: Paperback
Author: Thomas Paine
Language: English
Street Date: November 24, 2020
TCIN: 83030055
UPC: 9781513267456
Item Number (DPCI): 247-29-0113
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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