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100 1 _aConway, Moncure Daniel,
_d1832-1907
245 1 4 _aThe Life Of Thomas Paine, Vol. 2. (of 2) :
_bWith A History of His Literary, Political and Religious Career in America France, and England
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2011-10-10
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"The Life of Thomas Paine, Vol. 2" by Moncure Daniel Conway is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume delves into the life of Thomas Paine, focusing particularly on his experiences, literary contributions, and political engagements during the French Revolution. The text provides insight into Paine's ideals of liberty and humanity as he navigates the tumultuous political landscape of France, making the case for moral governance even in the face of revolutionary fervor. At the start of the narrative, the reader is introduced to the era of the French Revolution in 1793, highlighting the sentiments surrounding the trial of King Louis XVI. Paine finds himself in the midst of a bitter debate, advocating for the King's life while wrestling with the emerging radical political factions. Despite being an outlaw in Britain for his revolutionary ideas, Paine continues to champion principles of justice and human rights amidst the chaos. His proposals to spare Louis XVI and reframe the King's role are met with hostility, showcasing the tension between Paine's humane ideals and the violent reality of the Revolution, setting the stage for an exploration of his enduring struggle for equality and liberty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPaine, Thomas, 1737-1809
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37702
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