what was the name of the author and the famous pamphlet that helped to spark the american revolution?
Publisher. A+E Networks. On this day in 1776, writer Thomas Paine publishes his pamphlet âCommon Sense,â setting forth his arguments in favor of American independence. Although little used today, pamphlets were an important medium for the spread of ideas in the 16th through 19th centuries. Originally published anonymously, âCommon Senseâ advocated independence for the American colonies from Britain and is considered one of the most influential pamphlets in American history.