Thomas Paine and the Dangerous Word - by Sarah Jane Marsh (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>This introduction to the life of Thomas Paine begins by discussing how he left behind his home in England, defying conventions in search of a more fulfilling life using his writing talents.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>"The mind once enlightened cannot again become dark."</b> <p/> As an English corset-maker's son, Thomas Paine was expected to spend his life sewing women's underwear. But as a teenager, Thomas dared to change his destiny, enduring years of struggle until a meeting with Benjamin Franklin brought Thomas to America in 1774-and into the American Revolution. <p/> Within fourteen months, Thomas would unleash the persuasive power of the written word in <i>Common Sense</i>-a brash wake-up call that rallied the American people to declare independence against the mightiest empire in the world. <p/> This fascinating and extensively researched biography, based on numerous primary sources, will immerse readers in Thomas Paine's inspiring journey of courage, failure, and resilience that led a penniless immigrant to change the world with his words.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"In her debut, Marsh does a fine job of mixing the personal and public elements of Paine's life; he comes across as not just a historical figure, but a fully realized fellow, with hopes and dreams, enthusiasms and disappointments."--<b><i>Ilene Cooper, Booklist (starred review)</b></i><br><br>"Marsh's clear prose style and short, declarative sentences allow readers to follow events easily-and even to slow down and think about them."--<b><i>Betty Carter, Horn Book</b></i><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Sarah Jane Marsh</b> has taught American Revolution history in elementary and middle school. Like Thomas Paine, Sarah attempted several adventurous careers (zoo-keeping, dolphin training, and firefighting) before settling into writing. She has an MBA from the University of Vermont and lives with her family outside of Seattle. <i>Thomas Paine and the Dangerous Word</i> is her first book. Learn more about Thomas Paine at www.sarahjanemarsh.com. <p/><b>Edwin Fotheringham</b> grew up in Sydney, Australia, and attended the University of Washington School of Art in Seattle, where he currently lives. He began his career as an illustrator working on a variety of projects, from CD covers to Neiman Marcus print ads. Other clients include the <i>New Yorker</i> and the <i>Wall Street Journal</i>. Edwin has also illustrated a number of children's books, including <i>Tony Baloney</i> by Pam Muñoz Ryan and <i>What to Do About Alice?</i> by Barbara Kerley, which received the Robert F. Sibert Honor. See more of his work online at edfotheringham.com.
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