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Today's book review07.04.09 Classic review: 1776
[The Monitor occasionally reprints material from its archives. This review originally ran on May 24, 2005.] In December 1776 Thomas Paine reflected on the year past and wrote, “These are the times that try men’s souls.” (more…) |
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