Common Sense is a political pamphlet written by Thomas Paine in 1776, advocating for American independence from Great Britain. The book argues that it is common sense for the American colonies to break away from British rule and form their own government, citing reasons such as taxation without representation, the tyranny of King George III, and the need for self-determination. Paine's persuasive writing style and clear arguments helped to galvanize public opinion and push the colonies towards revolution. Common Sense is considered a pivotal work in American history and a classic of political literature.Society in every state is a blessing, but government even in its best state is but a necessary evil; in its worst state an intolerable one; for when we suffer, or are exposed to the same miseries BY A GOVERNMENT, which we might expect in a country WITHOUT GOVERNMENT, our calamity is heightened by reflecting that we furnish the means by which we suffer.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.