The Summer of 1787

De: David O Stewart

Narrado por: George Wilson

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

The Summer of 1787

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.

A wonderful true story, told with passion.

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

Awful Narrator

Great book. Unbearable narrator. I was shocked at the terrible character voices attempted. And the sounds of smacking gums was constant.

Narrator's Accents

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.

Solid history of making a more perfect constitution

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.

Very well done!

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.

Narrator had a tough job

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.

Makes you feel like you were there

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.