Common Sense is a blazing manifesto that ignited revolutionary fervor across the American colonies. Published in 1776, it shatters the illusion of British benevolence and calls boldly for complete independence from the Crown. With uncompromising logic and passionate rhetoric, Paine denounces monarchy as absurd and hereditary rule as an insult to human reason. He speaks not in lofty, elite language but in the voice of the common people, urging them to rise, to reject submission, and to claim the natural rights that tyranny had long denied. To Paine, reconciliation with Britain is cowardice—only full emancipation can unleash the true potential of a free republic.
More than a political argument, Common Sense is a weapon of ideological warfare—a fiery call to arms that transforms discontent into revolution. Paine envisions a new world where government is by the people, not imposed upon them; where liberty is not a privilege, but a birthright. He challenges Americans to break the chains of empire, to see that the time for cautious reform has passed, and that the only just course is bold, defiant independence. With every line, he fans the flames of revolt, helping to turn uncertain colonists into confident revolutionaries and forever altering the course of history.
Penulis: Thomas Paine
Penerbit: Odise, 2025
Kategori: Social
SKU: BRD23346
Bahasa: English
Dimensi: 14 x 20 cm l Sofcover
Tebal: Vi + 95 hlm | Bookpaper
Harga: 60.000