An Analysis of Thomas Paine's "Common Sense": A Revolutionary Call for Independence
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Thomas Paine's 1776 pamphlet, Common Sense, may be the most influential political tract ever written, following The Communist Manifesto. This research study examines the profound impact of Common Sense on the American Independence movement. By galvanizing countless Americans living in the Thirteen Colonies, Paine's persuasive language and cogent arguments ignited the revolutionary spirit and paved the way for the declaration of independence from British rule. The Power of Plain Language The title, "Common Sense," embodies Paine's strategy of addressing the ordinary man and woman rather than scholars or politicians. Using simple language, Paine skillfully conveyed his message, winning support for the cause of independence. Common Sense achieved unparalleled success, with an estimated 100,000 copies sold at a time when the colonies' population was around 2.5 million, creating a sensation across the nation. "The cause of America is in a great measure the cause…