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Common Sense

By: Thomas Paine
Narrated by: Walter Dixon
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Thomas Paine published Common Sense in 1776, a time when America was a hotbed of revolution. The pamphlet, which called for America's political freedom, sold more than 150,000 copies in three months. Paine not only spurred his fellow Americans to action but soon came to symbolize the spirit of the Revolution itself. His persuasive pieces, written so elegantly, spoke to the hearts and minds of all those fighting for freedom from England.

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“No writer has exceeded Paine in ease and familiarity of style; in perspicuity of expression, happiness of elucidation, and in simple unassuming language.” (Thomas Jefferson)
Historical Significance • Timeless Relevance • Exceptional Narration • Accessible Arguments • Compelling Logic

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Thomas paine’s common sense is a great listen for those who found value and dont discriminate people based on religion and spoke against enslavement of people in the Americas. If you listen close Paine argues for a separation of Church and Politics (appendix) thats a great reminder for people in America today that government and society are too separate things. And using government to force society to remain stagnant is poison to our very foundation. He says America should be free of kings rule and pity wars and shouldn’t have/had kept and connection with. Unfortunately that would remain true in the 1800’/ and on

Great read for everyone to remember what independence is about

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clearly spells out the choices before the colonists when deciding or the to make peace with the king or act separately and independently.

an excellent read are all historians and students

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This book was one of the foundation and fundamental influences on America entering into the Revolutionary war. Read it and understand the mindset of the time and how we should possibly should view things now.

Read it.

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Would you consider the audio edition of Common Sense to be better than the print version?

Audiobook or print, great value either way!

What was one of the most memorable moments of Common Sense?

The most memorable moment is the understanding the time marches on, but politics remains the same in many essential ways, because it is the involvement of people that remain constant.

What aspect of Walter Dixon’s performance would you have changed?

Walter Dixon is a very consistent and pleasant narrator.

What’s the most interesting tidbit you’ve picked up from this book?

The most interesting tidbit may be how much holds true 250 years later.

Any additional comments?

Read history, its like reading the spoiler for what is happening right now. Grab the popcorn and watch it happen all over again, enjoy the ride.

Living History

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"The present state of America is truly alarming to every man who is capable of reflexion".
Still applies today in 2016!

Timeless

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