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“Small islands, not capable of protecting themselves, are the proper objects for kingdoms to take under their care; but there is something absurd, in supposing a continent to be perpetually governed by an island.”

Quote by Thomas Paine

Book:The Political Writings of Thomas Paine: To which is Prefixed a Brief Sketch of the Author's Life

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The Political Writings of Thomas Paine: To which is Prefixed a Brief Sketch of the Author's Life

The Political Writings of Thomas Paine is a compilation of essays and pamphlets written by the 18th-century philosopher and political activist. The volume features a preliminary section that provides a brief overview of Paine's life and contributions. more

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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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