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Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Common Sense by Thomas Paine
The complete original text of the third edition of Thomas Paine's "Common Sense" published in 1776 in six linked sections.
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning:american Literature and Comp: Rationalism:thomas Paine
This lesson focuses on Thomas Paine including his background, writings, and political career. A link to "The Crisis No. 1" by Thomas Paine is provided; students are to read it and underline examples of rhetoric. There is also a quiz over...
C-SPAN
C Span American Writers: Thomas Paine
Read about Thomas Paine's revolutionary publication "Common Sense" of 1776. Be sure to click on 'featured place' and 'classroom resources' for more facts and information about Paine.
Other
Media Vision Voices: Meet Thomas Paine
Read an extensive biography of 18th century political writer Thomas Paine, click to read about his ideas placed in a contemporary context, and use research links to read more online.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: Thomas Paine
Some of Thomas Paine's essays on religion can be found at this site.