Dissertations On First Principles Of Government

Paine, Thomas

ISBN 10: 1419116258 / ISBN 13: 9781419116254

Published by Kessinger Pub Co, 2004

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Dissertations On First Principles Of Government
• Publisher: Kessinger Pub Co
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1419116258
• ISBN 13: 9781419116254
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

""Dissertations On First Principles Of Government"" is a collection of essays written by Thomas Paine, a prominent political philosopher and revolutionary. In this book, Paine explores the fundamental principles of government, including the role of the state, the nature of democracy, and the rights and responsibilities of citizens. The essays cover a range of topics, from the history of government and the origins of political power, to the importance of individual liberty and the need for checks and balances in government. Paine's writing is clear and concise, and his arguments are grounded in a deep understanding of political theory and history. The book is a classic of political philosophy and a must-read for anyone interested in the principles of democracy and government.There are however some things deducible from reason, and evidenced by experience, that serve to guide our decision upon the case. The one is never to invest any individual with extraordinary power; for besides his being tempted to misuse it, it will excite contention and commotion in the nation for the office. Secondly, never to invest power long in the hands of any number of individuals.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.

About the Author

English-born Thomas Paine left behind hearth and home for adventures on the high seas at nineteen. Upon returning to shore, he became a tax officer, and it was this job that inspired him to write The Case of the Officers of Excise in 1772. Paine then immigrated to Philadelphia, and in 1776 he published Common Sense, a defense of American independence from England. After returning to Europe, Paine wrote his famous Rights of Man as a response to criticism of the French Revolution. He was subsequently labeled as an outlaw, leading him to flee to France where he joined the National Convention. However, in 1793 Paine was imprisoned, and during this time he wrote the first part of The Age of Reason, an anti-church text which would go on to be his most famous work. After his release, Paine returned to America where he passed away in 1809.