“When men yield up the privilege of thinking, the last shadow of liberty quits the horizon.”
Quote by Thomas Paine
Work
The Complete Writings of Thomas Paine
The book encompasses a wide range of Paine's writings, including his seminal works such as 'Common Sense' and 'The Rights of Man,' offering a comprehensive view of his political thought and contributions to the American and French Revolutions. more
Author
Thomas Paine
Thomas Paine, born on February 9, 1737, and died on June 8, 1809, was a prominent American writer, political figure, and philosopher during the American Revolutionary War. He is renowned for his radical democratic ideas and his contributions to the American independence movement. more
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