Common Sense is a pamphlet written by Thomas Paine in 1775 advocating independence from the United Kingdom to people in the 13 colonies. It was the most notable piece of literature at the time of its publication and remains an important part of history for the United States.
Listen to this wonderful narration of Common Sense by Jeff Moon and you’ll see why this is arguably one of the most notable pieces advocating for the United States’ independence from Great Britain.
Poorly edited version of a classic author’s writings Thomas Paine is essential reading to anyone who wants to understand American History. However, this particular edition, presented by Signet Classics, is the most disappointing presentation of any classic I have ever seen. While “Common Sense” appears to be presented in its entirety, “The American Crisis” (aka simply “The Crisis”) is not. Parts 2, 6, and 9-12 are omitted entirely, and parts 3, 4, 7 & 8 are presented with only “selections”. I don’t know about any other readers, but this is…
A must read for every American This is a “pamphlet” that every American should read, at minimum for its critical historical value as a major factor in convincing the colonies of declaring their independence from England. It is written in the language of its time, so while it is written in “plain English” for the common colonial citizens (those that could read and owned property, primarily) it is a little cumbersome in terms of those of us used to current writing. But it is still easy to understand. Mr…
Uncommon Sense Common Sense is one of the greatest articles of argumentation ever written. Paine was the finest pamphleteer of his age and was able to turn the discontents of the colonists and, especially, the intellectual leaders of the revolutionary movement into arguments that were easily understood by ordinary colonials and which inspired them to rally to the cause of independence.Â