EASTON PRESS LEATHER EDITION, RIGHTS OF MAN BY THOMAS PAINE

Description

1989 edition. Leather hardcover has some minor wear, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Gold pages have some small scuffs but largely are clean and the binding is secure.

This Easton Press leather-bound edition of Thomas Paine’s seminal work, “Rights of Man,” is a testament to the enduring power of words that sparked revolutions. Published in 1791-92, Paine’s incendiary text was a direct response to Edmund Burke’s attack on the French Revolution, passionately advocating for the inalienable rights of the common people. Its influence resonated across the Atlantic, inspiring the American struggle for independence and shaping the course of modern democracy. This copy, though bearing the gentle patina of age, remains a cherished artifact for collectors and readers alike, a tangible link to the revolutionary ideals that still echo through the centuries. Paine’s eloquent defense of liberty, equality, and the sovereignty of the people continues to inspire generations of thinkers and activists, making this volume a treasured addition to any library.