A Letter Addressed to the Abbe Raynal, on the Affairs of North America, in Which the Mistakes in the Abbe's Account of the Revolution of America Are Corrected and Cleared Up By: Thomas Paine (1737-1809)
In "A Letter Addressed to the Abbe Raynal, on the Affairs of North America," Thomas Paine emphatically corrects and clarifies the errors made by Abbe Raynal in his account of the Revolution in America. With a strong command of factual accuracy and a passionate defense for the cause of the American Revolution, Paine dismantles the misguided claims made by Raynal. From the very beginning, Paine artfully dissects Raynal's misinterpretations and embellishments, revealing his lack of understanding of the events that unfolded in America. Paine's acumen in identifying the factual errors allows him to present a lucid and concise counter-argument that rectifies Raynal's flawed account. What truly sets Paine's work apart is the unyielding conviction and fervor with which he defends the Revolution. His writing is infused with an unwavering belief in the righteousness of the American cause, and he boldly asserts that Raynal's misrepresentations only serve to distort the truth and undermine the credibility of the Revolution. Paine's passion for the subject matter resonates throughout the book, engaging readers and inspiring them to reevaluate their understanding of the Revolution. Furthermore, Paine's eloquence and clarity make "A Letter Addressed to the Abbe Raynal" a remarkably accessible read. He explains complex political and societal concepts with remarkable simplicity, ensuring that readers of all backgrounds can grasp his arguments. Paine's ability to present his ideas effectively and persuasively keeps the reader captivated from start to finish. In addition to debunking Raynal's errors, Paine provides a comprehensive analysis of the broader implications of the Revolution. He delves into the ideals of liberty, equality, and self-government, painting a vivid picture of the vision that guided the American Revolutionaries. Through his insightful commentary, Paine demonstrates that the Revolution was not merely a struggle for independence but a catalyst for worldwide political change. Despite its historical significance, "A Letter Addressed to the Abbe Raynal" remains a lesser-known work by Thomas Paine. However, its importance should not be underestimated. Paine's meticulous fact-checking and passionate defense of the Revolution make this book a must-read for anyone interested in gaining a more accurate understanding of the American Revolution and its profound impact on the world stage. First Page: A LETTER ADDRESSED TO THE ABBE RAYNAL, ON THE AFFAIRS OF NORTH AMERICA ; IN WHICH THE MISTAKES IN THE ABBE's ACCOUNT OF THE REVOLUTION of AMREICA [ sic ] ARE CORRECTED AND CLEARED UP. BY THOMAS PAINE, SECRETARY FOR FOREIGN AFFAIRS TO CONGRESS, DURING THE AMERICAN WAR, AND AUTHOR OF COMMON SENSE, AND THE RIGHTS OF MAN. LONDON : PRINTED FOR J. RIDGEWAY, NO. 1, YORK STREET, ST. JAMES'S SQUARE. M,DCC,XII. [ sic , actually 1792] INTRODUCTION. A London translation of an original work in French, by the Abbe Raynal, which treats of the Revolution of North America, having been reprinted in Philadelphia and other parts of the continent, and as the distance at which the Abbe is placed from the American theatre of war and politics, has occasioned him to mistake several facts, or misconceive the causes or principles by which they were produced; the following tract, therefore, is published with a view to rectify them, and prevent even accidental errors intermixing with history, under the sanction of time and silence. The Editor of the London edition has entitled it, "The Revolution of America, by the Abbe Raynal," and the American printers have followed the example. But I have understood, and I believe my information just, that the piece, which is more properly reflections on the revolution, was unfairly purloined from the printer which the Abbe employed, or from the manuscript copy, and is only part of a larger work then in the press, or preparing for it... Continue reading book >>

A Letter Addressed to the Abbe Raynal, on the Affairs of North America, in Which the Mistakes in the Abbe's Account of the Revolution of America Are Corrected and Cleared Up By: Thomas Paine (1737-1809)

In "A Letter Addressed to the Abbe Raynal, on the Affairs of North America," Thomas Paine emphatically corrects and clarifies the errors made by Abbe Raynal in his account of the Revolution in America. With a strong command of factual accuracy and a passionate defense for the cause of the American Revolution, Paine dismantles the misguided claims made by Raynal.

From the very beginning, Paine artfully dissects Raynal's misinterpretations and embellishments, revealing his lack of understanding of the events that unfolded in America. Paine's acumen in identifying the factual errors allows him to present a lucid and concise counter-argument that rectifies Raynal's flawed account.

What truly sets Paine's work apart is the unyielding conviction and fervor with which he defends the Revolution. His writing is infused with an unwavering belief in the righteousness of the American cause, and he boldly asserts that Raynal's misrepresentations only serve to distort the truth and undermine the credibility of the Revolution. Paine's passion for the subject matter resonates throughout the book, engaging readers and inspiring them to reevaluate their understanding of the Revolution.

Furthermore, Paine's eloquence and clarity make "A Letter Addressed to the Abbe Raynal" a remarkably accessible read. He explains complex political and societal concepts with remarkable simplicity, ensuring that readers of all backgrounds can grasp his arguments. Paine's ability to present his ideas effectively and persuasively keeps the reader captivated from start to finish.

In addition to debunking Raynal's errors, Paine provides a comprehensive analysis of the broader implications of the Revolution. He delves into the ideals of liberty, equality, and self-government, painting a vivid picture of the vision that guided the American Revolutionaries. Through his insightful commentary, Paine demonstrates that the Revolution was not merely a struggle for independence but a catalyst for worldwide political change.

Despite its historical significance, "A Letter Addressed to the Abbe Raynal" remains a lesser-known work by Thomas Paine. However, its importance should not be underestimated. Paine's meticulous fact-checking and passionate defense of the Revolution make this book a must-read for anyone interested in gaining a more accurate understanding of the American Revolution and its profound impact on the world stage.

First Page:

A LETTER ADDRESSED TO THE ABBE RAYNAL,

ON THE

AFFAIRS OF NORTH AMERICA ;

IN WHICH THE MISTAKES IN THE ABBE's ACCOUNT

OF THE

REVOLUTION of AMREICA [ sic ]

ARE CORRECTED AND CLEARED UP.

BY THOMAS PAINE,

SECRETARY FOR FOREIGN AFFAIRS TO CONGRESS, DURING THE AMERICAN WAR, AND AUTHOR OF COMMON SENSE, AND THE RIGHTS OF MAN.

LONDON :

PRINTED FOR J. RIDGEWAY, NO. 1, YORK STREET, ST. JAMES'S SQUARE.

M,DCC,XII. [ sic , actually 1792]

INTRODUCTION.

A London translation of an original work in French, by the Abbe Raynal, which treats of the Revolution of North America, having been reprinted in Philadelphia and other parts of the continent, and as the distance at which the Abbe is placed from the American theatre of war and politics, has occasioned him to mistake several facts, or misconceive the causes or principles by which they were produced; the following tract, therefore, is published with a view to rectify them, and prevent even accidental errors intermixing with history, under the sanction of time and silence.

The Editor of the London edition has entitled it, "The Revolution of America, by the Abbe Raynal," and the American printers have followed the example. But I have understood, and I believe my information just, that the piece, which is more properly reflections on the revolution, was unfairly purloined from the printer which the Abbe employed, or from the manuscript copy, and is only part of a larger work then in the press, or preparing for it... Continue reading book >>

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