The political philosophy of Thomas Paine [[electronic resource] /] / Jack Fruchtman, Jr

• Record Nr.: UNINA9910456850703321
• Autore: Fruchtman Jack
• Pubbl/distr/stampa: Baltimore, : Johns Hopkins University Press, c2009
• ISBN: 0-8018-9537-5
• Descrizione fisica: x, 212 p
• Collana: The political philosophy of the American founders
• Disciplina: 320.51/2092
• Soggetti: Political science - History - 18th century; Electronic books.
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Note generali: Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph
• Nota di bibliografia: Includes bibliographical references (p. 205) and index.
• Nota di contenuto: 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.