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The Summer of 1787

By: David O Stewart
Narrated by: George Wilson
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David O. Stewart presents this well-researched account of the U.S. Constitution's creation not as a dry analysis of events, but as a high-powered narrative filled with dramatic intensity and larger-than-life historical figures.©2007 David O. Stewart (P)2007 Recorded Books, LLC Americas Constitutions Political Science Politicians Politics & Activism Politics & Government Presidents & Heads of State Revolution & Founding United States Taxation US Constitution War of 1812
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Great book. Unbearable narrator. I was shocked at the terrible character voices attempted. And the sounds of smacking gums was constant.

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This is the 2nd book I have listened to of this particular event. I felt like it was a good summary of the proceedings & offered some different perspective. The narrator attempted some accents that were a bit off setting but you get used to it. Worth the time.

The Summer of 1787

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More detail and reasoning than I've heard this history repeated. Verbal drama at its best.

A wonderful true story, told with passion.

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Very good narrative of the incredible discussions, debates, fierce contentions, and eventual compromises that produced out constitution.
Mr. Wilson does a nice job with the narration, but I was able to speed it up to 1.6 and not miss anything. FYI.

Solid history of making a more perfect constitution

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Overall, it was a good listen. However, the narrator attempted too many accents and infections when reading quotes. It got a little distracting for me.

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This book dives into the struggles our founding fathers faced when authoring our Constitution. It covers the battles between big states, small states, struggle over slavery, state and federal government roles and limitations.
For those who now criticize our founding fathers because of some of their views....it would be well worth the time in order to get an honest look at their struggles.

Very well done!

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Fascinating depiction of the birth of the document our nation is founded on.

The narrator's attempt to give distinct voices to different historical figures was a worthy and ambitious undertaking. Impossible to tell how historically accurate the vocal impersonations were as no voice recordings from 1787 are available. Ultimately I found the depiction of stuttering speech impediments more distracting than entertaining. Still worth listening to for history and political science lovers.

Narrator had a tough job

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An excellent story. If you've ever wondered how the Founding Fathers put together the Constitution of the United States, this book is an excellent way to learn about it. Not too many details as to become boring, but enough interesting facts to keep your attention.

Makes you feel like you were there

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