Join us on a literary world trip!
Add this book to bookshelf
Grey
Write a new comment Default profile 50px
Grey
Subscribe to read the full book or read the first pages for free!
I want to read the book!
All characters reduced
The American Crisis - cover

The American Crisis

Thomas Paine

Publisher: DigiCat

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

Summary

In "The American Crisis," Thomas Paine crafts a series of powerful pamphlets that served as a rallying cry for American independence during the Revolutionary War. Written in a passionate and accessible style, Paine's arguments not only illuminate the trials faced by patriots but also emphasize the philosophical underpinnings of freedom, democracy, and the rights of man. With its eloquent prose and persuasive rhetoric, this work emerged in a tumultuous literary context, standing as a direct response to the challenges besetting the young nation and fostering a sense of unity among its people in the face of adversity. Paine, a political activist and philosopher, was deeply influenced by Enlightenment ideals, which manifested in his belief in rational thought and human rights. His early life in England, combined with his experiences in America, shaped his understanding of oppression and fueled his quest for justice. "The American Crisis" was pivotal during the war, not only stoking the fires of rebellion but also enhancing Paine's role as a leading thinker of his time, making it clear why he remains a significant figure in American history. This compelling collection is highly recommended for readers intrigued by the ideological battles that forged the United States. Paine's incisive insights and unwavering commitment to liberty provide not only historical context but also timeless lessons on individual rights and civic duty, resonating deeply even in contemporary debates about freedom and governance.
Available since: 10/11/2022.
Print length: 928 pages.

Other books that might interest you

  • Danny's People: A Memoir and Manifesto About Autism - A Memoir and Manifesto About Autism - cover

    Danny's People: A Memoir and...

    Virginia Bovell

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    Society disables us more than autism ever could 
 
Virginia’s son Danny has a way of lighting up a room. He’s warm, personable and has an infectious laugh. He forms lasting relationships and has known his best friend since they were little. He is also nonverbal and autistic, and requires round-the-clock care and a liquid diet. And for this reason, there are many who would rather not encounter Danny. 
 
Challenging the view that autism is something that needs to be ‘cured’, Virginia Bovell testifies to the extraordinary care Danny has received for over 30 years and the everyday kindness and decency of the people – ‘the band of angels’ – that surround him. She asks us to consider what makes a thriving individual versus an inadequate one; what it means to be ill versus what it means to not to conform; what roles society values and rewards; and how humans might flourish outside of failing political and economic systems. 
 
‘My brain’s still fizzing, my heart’s still sore and I’m already re-reading’ Sally Phillips 
 
'An inspiring testament and a celebration of neurodiversity.' Manni Coe, author of Brother. Do. You. Love. Me
    Show book
  • A History of South Korea and North Korea - From Conflict to Cooperation - cover

    A History of South Korea and...

    Days of History

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    Are you curious about the fascinating history of the Korean Peninsula?  
This book takes you on a captivating journey through the ages, exploring the rich past of South and North Korea. 
Here are five key things you'll discover:The ancient origins of Korea and the development of its unique culture.The complex relationship between North and South Korea, and the impact of division on the region.The role of Korea in various wars and conflicts throughout history.The stories of key figures who shaped the history of Korea.A deeper understanding of the current state of affairs on the Korean Peninsula. 
Don't miss out on this opportunity to discover the captivating history of Korea. 
Order now and explore the fascinating history of the Korean Peninsula.
    Show book
  • The Emotionally Exhausted Woman - Why You’re Feeling Depleted and How to Get What You Need - cover

    The Emotionally Exhausted Woman...

    Nancy Colier

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    If you're like countless other women today, you probably feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, anxious, stressed, frustrated, or unsatisfied. You may be taking on an abundance of emotional labor—tending to others' needs at the expense of your own. If you've spent your whole life trying to please and manage other peoples' experience, it's time to speak your truth out loud, stand in your own shoes, and live an authentic life—rather than just behave. 
 
 
 
Written by therapist and spiritual teacher Nancy Colier, The Emotionally Exhausted Woman offers the validation, emotional support, and empowering skills you've been craving. You'll discover insights grounded in self-respect and awareness, to help you be on your own side and uncover your deepest psychological, spiritual, and emotional needs without feeling guilt, shame, or judgment. You'll learn why you are feeling depleted, why you take care of others at the expense of taking care of yourself, and how to develop a deeper form of self-care beyond the temporary respite of a spa retreat, bubble bath, or manicure. Finally, you'll nurture greater awareness of what you truly need to achieve lasting vitality and fulfillment. 
 
 
 
This empowering guide will help you gain a newfound awareness of your own needs, and find the courage to live a life that both nourishes and inspires you.
    Show book
  • Hearty - On Cooking Eating and Growing Food for Pleasure and Subsistence - cover

    Hearty - On Cooking Eating and...

    Andrea Bennett

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    Thoughtful, wide-ranging essays exploring food as a source of pleasure, practical creativity, and sustenance
		 
Food is the primary way andrea bennett connects with the world. They worked in the restaurant industry for a decade, and though they don’t eat much meat and can’t eat gluten, they take as much pleasure in food as Jeffrey Steingarten, Anthony Bourdain, or Guy Fieri. When they want to show someone they care, they cook them a meal. The essays in Hearty offer a snapshot of the North American cultural relationship to food and eating. Hearty dives deep into specific foods, such as chutney, carrots, and ice cream, but also explores appetite and desire in food media, the art of substitution, seed saving and the triumphs and trials of being a home gardener, how the food system works (and doesn’t), and complex societal narratives around health and pleasure. Combining journalism, cultural commentary, and personal reflection, Hearty follows bennett’s curiosity into kitchens, gardens, fields, and factories, offering a compassionate and compelling perspective on food from seed to table.
    Show book
  • The Death of Stalin - cover

    The Death of Stalin

    Sheila Fitzpatrick

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    When Joseph Stalin died in 1953, he had been the unchallenged leader of the Soviet Union for over twenty years, having presided over the ruthless modernisation of the early 1930s, the Great Purges later in the decade, the near-catastrophe and ultimate victory of World War II, and the country's postwar emergence as a superpower. He was surrounded by a cult that made him seem godlike; no successors were in sight. His death was bound to be a deeply unsettling event, both in the Soviet Union and elsewhere.In The Death of Stalin, Sheila Fitzpatrick draws on her unparalleled knowledge of Stalin's circle and Soviet society to tell a tale that blends black comedy with forensic analysis of the problems and opportunities – often missed – created by the death of the dictator. The final chapter deals with Stalin's eventful afterlife, including his recent resurrection in Putin's Russia. This is both a riveting read and a salutary one.---Great Events is a new series of short, scholarly and accessible books on major moments in modern history.
    Show book
  • We Will Not Cease - cover

    We Will Not Cease

    Archibald Baxter

    • 0
    • 0
    • 0 
    We Will Not Cease is the unflinching account of New Zealander Archibald Baxter's brutal treatment as a conscientious objector during World War I. 
In 1915, when Baxter was 33, he was arrested, sent to prison, then shipped under guard to Europe where he was forced to the front line against his will. Punished to the limits of his physical and mental endurance, Baxter was stripped of all dignity, beaten, starved and left for dead by the New Zealand military. In the final attempt to discredit him authorities consigned him to a mental institution, an experience that would haunt him for the rest of his life.
    Show book