A Narrative of the Convention of 1787
In May of 1787 fifty-five delegates from twelve states (Rhode Island did not send delegates) met in Philadelphia to revise the Articles of Confederation. By the end of summer, the delegates produced the Constitution and set the stage for our current form of government. Miracle at Philadelphia is a vivid narrative of the events of the Convention as well as the subsequent debates over ratification. Author Catherine Drinker Bowen also capably portrays the personalities of those attending the Convention. Readers feel as if they are there at the Convention and get a real sense of the complicated issues facing the framers of our government. In sum, Miracle at Philadelphia is an excellent portrayal of one of the most important events in American history and is must reading for any teacher or student of American government.
