Rights of Man
About this book
Written in a fit of pique brought about by Edmund Burke's blistering attack of the French Revolution, Paine's The Rights of Man has come to be regarded as one of the most important works in the realm of Western political philosophy. In it, Paine contends that some rights that are granted through natural law, rather than by governments or constitutions. A must-read for those interested in politics, philosophy, and the intersection of the two.
Reader Profile
4.0/5 · 10525 readers · 162 pages · ≈ 3 h 00 m · Demanding
How long does it take to read Rights of Man?
About ≈ 3 h 00 m — 162 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Rights of Man?
162 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Rights of Man?
It sits on the History, Fiction shelves.
Is Rights of Man in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in Rights of Man?
The main characters include Edmund Burke (1729-1797), Edmund Burke (1729?-1797).
Where does Rights of Man take place?
It is set in France, Great Britain, United States during French Revolution, 1789-1799, 1760-1820, 1789-1799.
Who wrote Rights of Man?
Thomas Paine.
Where can I read Rights of Man online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library
Why has Rights of Man been challenged or banned?
It appears on Wikipedia's list of books banned by governments.