Rights of Man Characters

Rights of Man Character List

George Washington

Thomas Paine applauds George Washington for his involvement in the foundation of the ‘Principles of Freedom.’

Mr. Burke

He is the author of a controversial pamphlet which censures the French Revolution. Thomas Paine criticizes Mr. Burke for his unwarranted denunciation of France.

Dr. Price

Thomas Paine labels Dr. Price as “one of the best-hearted men that live.” He delivers a sermon “on the fourth of November 1789, being the anniversary of what is called in England, the Revolution which took place 1688.” Mr. Burke undermines Dr. Price’s sermon by covertly branding it unrealistic.

M.de Lafayette

He offers proposals “for a declaration of rights" which is contradictory to Mr. Burke’s. M.de Lafayette want to “Call to mind the sentiments which Nature has engraved in the heart of every citizen,” which is a sanction of ‘natural rights.’

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