Thomas Paine and the Dangerous Word

By Sarah Jane Marsh, Edwin Fotheringham (Illustrator)

A daring writer's words ignite a revolution against an empire's might.

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80 pages· 2,341 words· Est. 27 min read

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Bookroo's summary

Thomas Paine, once destined for a life of sewing, defies expectations and embarks on a transformative journey. Arriving in America in 1774, he faces struggles and opportunities that lead him to pen 'Common Sense.' This powerful pamphlet becomes a catalyst for American independence, challenging the mightiest empire. As Paine's words rally a nation, will his courage and resilience be enough to change the course of history? Discover the story of a penniless immigrant whose bold ideas sparked a revolution and forever altered the world.

From the publisher

“The mind once enlightened cannot again become dark.” As an English corset-maker’s son, Thomas Paine was expected to spend his life sewing women’s underwear. But as a teenager, Thomas dared to change his destiny, enduring years of struggle until a meeting with Benjamin Franklin brought Thomas to America in 1774-and into the American Revolution. Within fourteen months, Thomas would unleash the persuasive power of the written word in Common Sense-a brash wake-up call that rallied the American people to declare independence against the mightiest empire in the world. This fascinating and extensively researched biography, based on numerous primary sources, will immerse readers in Thomas Paine’s inspiring journey of courage, failure, and resilience that led a penniless immigrant to change the world with his words.

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