Common Sense (AmazonClassics Edition)

De: Thomas Paine

Narrado por: Matthew Lloyd Davies

Published anonymously on January 10, 1776, Thomas Paine's legendary work made the case for American independence.

An immediate sensation across the thirteen colonies, Common Sense extolled Paine's belief that government should be simple and represent the will of the people, acting not as an oppressor but as a body to protect society. His clear and persuasive argument appealed to the common people, impressing on them the importance of secession from Great Britain. Six months after Common Sense was published, independence was declared, and the American Revolution was born.

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Revised edition: Previously published as Common Sense, this edition of Common Sense (AmazonClassics Edition) includes editorial revisions.

Public Domain (P)2017 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.

Classic must read!

Excellent narration. Early Colonial era is my favorite, so I was a fan before I started.

History

I typically don't read books like these because sometimes history is written in a boring format/tone.
I did however enjoy this book as I felt Thomas Paines power, frustrations and wittyness upon writing these pamphlets.
I really enjoyed having a better sense of the mix feelings the general public, and political representatives back. The fear of the unknown and stepping into the birth and acceptance of a new Nation without Great Britain.

A Wonderful American Document

I love that this man, almost single-handedly, gave clear and concise reason for the most audible b**tchslap to the English monarch in history, one that was heard around the world.

A good read

Interesting explains some of what was the thinking of patriots at the time of the revolution.

History with Knowledge

Our history and having this knowledge prevents a repeat of Tyranny or oppression! This book is well worth the time and efforts to listen or read as we are Americans and should always seek the truth of our history.