The political philosophy of Thomas Paine [electronic resource] / Jack Fruchtman, Jr.
Series: Political philosophy of the American foundersPublication details: Baltimore : Johns Hopkins University Press, c2009.Description: x, 212 pISBN:- 9780801892844 (hardcover : alk. paper)
- 0801892848 (hardcover : alk. paper)
- 320.51/2092 22
- JC177.A4 F73 2009eb

Includes bibliographical references (p. 205) and index.
Paine's political thought in historical context -- Faith and reason, human nature and sociability -- Common sense, authority, and autonomy -- Permanent revolution and constitution making -- From a "Hamiltonian" spirit to public welfare -- Public spirit, civic engagement, and evolutionary change.
Electronic reproduction. Palo Alto, Calif. : ebrary, 2013. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ebrary affiliated libraries.