Tom Paine
Chapter Book · 1957

Tom Paine

By Leo Gurko

A revolutionary's rise and fall amid America's fight for independence.

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213 pages

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In 1776, Tom Paine's words ignited a revolution, but his journey from celebrated pamphleteer to forgotten prisoner is fraught with contradictions. Arriving in America with nothing but a letter from Benjamin Franklin, Paine's 'Common Sense' stirred both admiration and animosity. As he navigates the tumultuous landscape of rebellion, Paine's complex character—part diplomat, part agitator—emerges. Will his fiery spirit sustain him, or will it lead to his downfall? Discover the man behind the revolution, whose influence spanned continents yet left him in obscurity.

Awards

Newbery Honor (1958)
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First published
January 1, 1957
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Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780690828900

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