PAINE, THOMAS

(1737 - 1809) political philosopher and author. Paine emigrated to America from England in 1774. In 1776 he published a pamphlet (Common Sense) urging immediate declaration of independence, which had wide circulation and great influence in concentrating sentiment in favor of immediate independence. —How To Live Though an Executive. Final approval 31.10.89

(1737 - 1809) political philosopher and author. Paine emigrated to America from England in 1774. In 1776 he published a pamphlet (Common Sense) urging immediate declaration of independence, which had wide circulation and great influence in concentrating sentiment in favor of immediate independence.