The Life Of Thomas Paine

By James Cheetham and James 1772-1810 Cheetham

Book Overview

The Life of Thomas Paine by James Cheetham is a comprehensive biography of one of the most influential and controversial figures in American history. Thomas Paine was an English-American political activist, philosopher, and revolutionary who played a pivotal role in the American Revolution and the French Revolution. He is best known for his influential works, including Common Sense, The Rights of Man, and The Age of Reason.Cheetham's biography delves into Paine's early life in England, his political activism in America, and his controversial views on religion and government. The book explores Paine's role in the American Revolution and his contributions to the founding of the United States. It also examines his involvement in the French Revolution and the impact of his ideas on the political and social landscape of Europe.Throughout the book, Cheetham provides a detailed and nuanced portrait of Paine, highlighting both his strengths and weaknesses. He explores Paine's personal relationships, including his complicated friendship with Benjamin Franklin, and his tumultuous marriage to Elizabeth Ollive.Overall, The Life of Thomas Paine offers a fascinating and insightful look into the life and legacy of one of America's most important founding fathers. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, political philosophy, or the evolution of democracy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162949511
• ISBN13: 9781162949512
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 348 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"