Radical Duke

Danielle Allen's groundbreaking book uncovers the influential role of Charles Lennox, the Third Duke of Richmond, in shaping ideas of human equality and independence during the eighteenth century. Through meticulous research, she reveals his covert alliance with Thomas Paine and their impact on political thought, challenging traditional narratives about the origins of revolutionary ideals. The work illustrates how the roots of the Age of Revolution extended into Britain before spreading across the Atlantic, highlighting lesser-known figures who helped ignite these transformative ideas.