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050 4 _aJC
100 1 _aPaine, Thomas,
_d1737-1809
245 1 4 _aThe Writings of Thomas Paine, Complete :
_bWith Index to Volumes I - IV
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2010-02-13
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"The Writings of Thomas Paine, Complete" by Thomas Paine is a historical collection of political writings compiled in the late 18th century. The volume includes influential pamphlets that played a pivotal role in shaping American revolutionary sentiment, particularly focusing on issues of independence and the fight against tyranny. The collected works provide profound insights into the social and political climate of the time, highlighting the struggle for freedom and democratic ideals. The opening of this work lays the groundwork for Paine's monumental series, "The American Crisis," which begins with a stirring call to action amidst the Revolutionary War. He reflects on the challenges facing American patriots, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and unity against oppression. The famous opening lines address the trials of these tumultuous times and encourage individuals to stand firm in their commitment to liberty, while also critiquing those who waver in their loyalty. Through vivid imagery and passionate prose, the initial segments set a tone of urgency and resolve, making it clear that the fight for independence is both a personal and collective responsibility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPolitical science
700 1 _aConway, Moncure Daniel,
_d1832-1907
700 1 _aWidger, David,
_d1932-2021?
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/31270
999 _c72116
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