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“When authors and critics talk of the sublime, they see not how nearly it borders on the ridiculous.”

Quote by Thomas Paine

Book:The Theological Works of Thomas Paine: To which are Added the Profession of Faith of a Savoyard Vicar

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The Theological Works of Thomas Paine: To which are Added the Profession of Faith of a Savoyard Vicar

The Theological Works of Thomas Paine includes a collection of Paine's religious writings, showcasing his philosophical and theological perspectives. The book also features the Profession of Faith of a Savoyard Vicar, an additional text that complements Paine's work. 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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