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Although he has been called “The Father of the American Revolution,” Thomas Paine was perhaps the most unlikely man in the world to carry the torch of American independence. An Englishman who was once employed by the same king he grew to despise, Paine had been a...
The are many interesting facets of Thomas Paine’s life, but one that has often gone unmentioned by many other scholars was his capacity to elude an early death. On no less than seven occasions, the eminent writer’s life was almost cut short. On one occasion, fate...
On this date in 1776, Thomas Paine published the first chapter of The American Crisis. As historian Robert Dennehy put it, the essays helped “recharge the American Revolution.” “These are the times that try men’s souls…” It is the week of...
My episode of the Tom Woods Show is up! It was a true honor to discuss my new book, Thomas Paine: A Lifetime of Radicalism with Tom. To order the book (paperback or hardcover, both with personalization options!), please follow the order link...
I am beyond excited to announce that I can now take pre-orders for my upcoming book, Thomas Paine: A Lifetime of Radicalism, to be released 11/25. Pre-orders here: https://davidbenner.square.site/ If you pre-order from me directly, I can also personalize your books...
First published on January 10, 1776 – Thomas Paine’s Common Sense defended and inspired the cause of independence like no other. Leading historians have called the 47 page pamphlet one of the “most brilliant ever written in the English language.” Path to...