Life And Writings Of Thomas Paine: Containing A Biography And Appreciations (1908)

The book ""Life And Writings Of Thomas Paine: Containing A Biography And Appreciations"" is a comprehensive work that delves into the life and literary works of Thomas Paine. The book, written by Thomas Paine himself, was published in 1908 and contains a detailed biography of the author, along with an analysis and appreciation of his writings.The book is divided into several sections, with the first part focusing on Paine's early life and upbringing. It provides insights into his childhood, his education, and his early career as a corset maker. The second section of the book explores Paine's political and philosophical views, including his advocacy for democracy and his opposition to slavery.The third section of the book is dedicated to an analysis of Paine's literary works, including his famous political pamphlets such as ""Common Sense"" and ""The Rights of Man."" The book also includes a selection of Paine's lesser-known writings, such as his essays on religion and his correspondence with other notable figures of his time.Overall, ""Life And Writings Of Thomas Paine: Containing A Biography And Appreciations"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the life and works of this influential figure in American history. It provides a comprehensive overview of Paine's life and ideas, and offers valuable insights into his contributions to the fields of politics, philosophy, and literature.Biography By Thomas Clio Rickman And Appreciations By Leslie Stephen, Lord Erskine, Paul Desjardins, Robert G. Ingersoll, Elbert Hubbard, And Marilla M. Ricker.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.

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.