Common Sense: Addressed to the Inhabitants of America

Common Sense: Addressed to the Inhabitants of America
Thomas Paine
London: Printed for H. D. Symonds, 1792
Stanley F. Horn Book Collection

Initially published in 1776, Common Sense argued for American independence from Great Britain. Thomas Paine made powerful arguments using plain language in this persuasive text against the British monarchy, building a case for independence, and advocating for a republican form of government. As the pamphlet spread across the colonies, it convinced many that independence was not only necessary but achievable.

This edition, printed 16 years after the original, is part of the Stanley F. Horn Book Collection. For more information about Stanley F. Horn see: https://tennesseeencyclopedia.net/entries/stanley-f-horn/