English-American political activist; author; political theorist and revolutionary; Thomas Paine was one of the most influential figures during the period leading up to the American Revolution. Through his hugely influential pamphlet "Common Sense" and the series of pamphlets known collectively as "The American Crisis" he successfully advocated for colonial America's independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain. Those works are included in this collection along with "Rights of Man"; "The Age of Reason"; and "Agrarian Justice". In "Rights of Man" Thomas Paine responds to Edmund Burke's "Reflections on the Revolution in France" arguing that popular political revolution is permissible when a government does not safeguard its people and their natural rights. Paine became notorious for his "The Age of Reason;" in which he promotes reason and freethinking over the institutionalized doctrine of the Christian religion. Finally in his pamphlet "Agrarian Justice" he discusses the origins of property and introduced the concept of a guaranteed minimum income. In this edition we see a comprehensive collection of Paine's writings providing a window into his logic which heavily influenced early American political theory.
#34170 in Books Tyndale House Publishers 2011-03-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.90 x .90 x 6.00l; .75 #File Name: 1414333080304 pagesSon of Hamas A Gripping Account of Terror Betrayal Political Intrigue and Unthinkable Choices
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Terrorism GuttedBy Greenstone"Son of Hamas" is the telling of a journey from Islam to Jesus. Some might suggest rather the journey is to Christianity. This reviewer prefers to point to Jesus because Christendom has become riddled with groups; denominations and educated fools that wouldn't know Jesus if He shook hands with them.Many will object to the focus of this review being put on the Lord when the major portion; a good 80-90 percent of the tale is the raising of a young Palestinian into the centered bowels and heart of the terrorist organization known as Hamas.Fascination and unbelief grips the reader from the opening pages as the realization that a real tour into the conduct and mire of the middle-east conflict unfolds before them from the streets of Ramallah. This autobiographical testimony deepens horrifically with every paragraph. Again; one is constantly challenged to accept what is being set before him as true.An oft made remark concerning the days of this world continuing to exponentially accelerate plays out shockingly in 'Son of Hamas'.Co-author Ron Brackin invisibly guides Mosab Yousef through the literal minefields of terrorism's underbelly exposed. Well done; sir; you were never noticed.Yousef's integrity bleeds all over the pages of today's news retold.And yet; the deeper; greater; eternal impact is yet to be known. Somewhere in the chaos of war; God is leading; even to bringing enemies together to finally become life-long friends; brothers to the last.As complicated as can be imagined; this is obviously the beginning of a saga heading towards Armageddon. Who knew?This reviewer had initially avoided 'Son of Hamas' as just another confessional. But then; Mr. Yousef's startling; jolting speech before the UN; following the publication of this book; undoubtedly available in video on the Internet; displayed his astounding bravery in the flesh.Attention was demanded of this work. He gutted Hamas at the UN. But first he gutted terrorism in 'Son of Hamas.'What a privilege to read.TL Farley;author;Blast Off Rapiemur - The imminent Rapture. I Thess. 4:14.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. I couldn't put it down.By Patrick T. MichaelI like this book a lot. It is one of those books that I just could not put down. The facts of his life are as incredible and exciting as any in a James Bond novel. The fact that they are true makes up for any shortcomings in his writing skill. It gives a great insider look at the life of fear and terror that is an every day ocurance in Palestine.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Excellent book you won't want to put down.By dpurserAn excellent book; written in a style that keeps you engaged and wanting to read more. The story of his life and experiences and how God entered into his world to draw him to the truth; is a wonderful testimony to the love of God overcoming the sinfulness of man.
