I’mAnalytical Essay over the book Common Sense by Thomas Paine

  -Paper should be exactly two pages. -Typed, in twelve-point font, double-spaced, with one inch margins. -When crafting the essay, answer the following questions: what is the overarching thesis of the book and what are its central themes? **This exercise is not simply a book report/ do not summarize the reading** -ANALYZE the book and explicate the most important historical ideas that the book conveys. What stood out to you? What did you find the most interesting? Be sure to support your analysis with quotes from the book. Put the page number in parentheses at the end of the quote. Suggested outline: 1) Opening paragraph introducing the topic and book's thesis 2 ) Body paragraphs on central/ important aspects/themes 3) If you so desire, in the final paragraph, discuss the book's strengths and weaknesses.