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John Adams said that “without the pen of Paine the sword of Washington would have been wielded in vain.” Yet of all the great figures of the American Revolution, Thomas Paine has been least understood. Now David Freeman Hawke has written a rich biography of the brilliant propagandist who wrote Common Sense, The Age of Reason, and The Rights of Man. Thomas Paine lived a life of great diversity, from poor beginnings through the dramatic roles he played in the American and French revolutions, his friendship with Benjamin Franklin, his imprisonment in France during the Terror, his trial and banishment from England, and the pathos of his declining years. Temperamental and jealous of his reputation, Paine was nevertheless a gentle and unworldly man. In this portrait he comes to life as one of the great revolutionary idealists.

In 1804 Lewis and Clark set off to explore the new lands of the Louisiana Purchase. They were acting as the eyes and ears of President Thomas Jefferson, who had an insatiable curiosity about what lay between the Mississippi and the Pacific. One contingency for which they were not prepared was the awesome geography of the Rocky Mountains. Including excerpts from Lewis and Clark's journals and putting their scientific achievements in context, David Hawke presents a riveting story of this dramatic journey.

In The Midst Of A Revolution is a book written by David Freeman Hawke. The book is a historical account of the American Revolution, which took place in the late 18th century. The author provides a detailed description of the events that led to the Revolution, including the economic and political factors that contributed to the growing tensions between the American colonies and Great Britain.The book also explores the key figures of the Revolution, including George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Benjamin Franklin, and their roles in the fight for independence. The author provides insights into the strategies and tactics used by both the British and American forces during the war, as well as the impact of the Revolution on the lives of ordinary people.In The Midst Of A Revolution is a well-researched and engaging account of one of the most important events in American history. It provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the causes, events, and outcomes of the Revolution, and offers valuable insights into the challenges and triumphs of the people who fought for freedom and independence.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.