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Decision in Philadelphia: The Constitutional Convention of 1787 Audiobook
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Fifty-five men met in Philadelphia in 1787 to write a document that would create a country and change a world: the Constitution. Here is a remarkable rendering of that fateful time, told with humanity and humor. Decision in Philadelphia is the best popular history of the Constitutional Convention; in it, the life and times of eighteenth century America not only come alive, but the very human qualities of the men who framed the document are brought provocatively into focus—casting many of the Founding Fathers in a new light. A celebration of how and why our Constitution came into being, Decision in Philadelphia is also a testament of the American spirit at its finest.
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"If you are not interested in the Constitution, not a book for you. However, it provides great reflection and incite about how the Constitution was draft, and interesting and little known information about the drafters. Great read! High school level and above."
— Rebecca (5 out of 5 stars)
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“Bronson Pinchot’s tenor voice is expressive, confident, and steady throughout.”
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“Modern readers will find the authors’ comments on the Constitution particularly interesting, casting many of the Founding Fathers in a new light.”
— Library Journal
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" Exceptional and thorough review of the process, bickering, negotiation and compromise that forged one of the most important documents in history. Eye-opening for anyone who already thinks they already know the motives behind its creation. "
— Steven, 12/29/2013 -
" Accessible account of the Constitutional Convention, with good character sketches that would have gone miles toward helping me digest the John Marshall book. "
— Flora, 12/7/2013 -
" This is a great study of the thinking and maneuvering that transpired during the writing of our constitution. Easy to read and understand. Highly recommended for anyone interested in history. "
— Harry, 11/5/2013 -
" Behind the scenes insight into the wrangling and deal-making that produced the US Constitution. "
— Rick, 9/24/2013 -
" Was a little tough to get through at times, but I thought it was interesting to read about the individuals involved in the Convention, their perspectives, and what they contributed. "
— Scott, 9/6/2013 -
" I enjoyed this read. Though it was historical, it was not boring. A great read and great knowledge. "
— Khia, 4/19/2013 -
" A riveting book , cannot recommend it enough to any history buff, especially the ones who seem to know exactly what the founding fathers would have wanted. "
— Ramesh, 4/18/2013 -
" Amazingly, the same arguments continue..There is indeed nothing new under the sun! "
— Randee, 4/14/2013 -
" This was read for entertainment and then critically for school. Important insights into the formation of our Country. "
— Mark, 2/23/2013 -
" I loved it! A fascinating glimpse into the character of the men involved in drafting the Constitution, plus the issues and compromises involved in the finished product. "
— Christine, 2/21/2013 -
" A good, well-written survey of the Constitutional Convention. Not the most in-depth study of the Convention, but one of the most accessible for the non-specialist who is interested in not only what happened, but also the personalities of the delegates. "
— Michael, 1/14/2013 -
" One of the best and well researched books I've come across. Read it years ago and still use it for references and to frame my political thinking. Once you read it and compare to the politicians of the day...yikes! "
— Dr., 12/5/2012 -
" Venerates the founding members a bit much and overlooks their financial interests in building a new government. "
— Ian, 9/17/2012
About the Authors
Christopher Collier is professor of history emeritus at the University of Connecticut. His field is early American history, especially the history of Connecticut and the American Revolution.
James Lincoln Collier has written many books for children, including Give Dad My Best and Planet out of the Past. He has also contributed more than five hundred articles to the New York Times Magazine, Reader’s Digest, and Boy’s Life. His honors include the Kidger Prize for Teaching, the Jane Addams Peace Prize, and the Newbery Honor.
About Bronson Pinchot
Bronson Pinchot, Audible’s Narrator of the Year for 2010, has won Publishers Weekly Listen-Up Awards, AudioFile Earphones Awards, Audible’s Book of the Year Award, and Audie Awards for several audiobooks, including Matterhorn, Wise Blood, Occupied City, and The Learners. A magna cum laude graduate of Yale, he is an Emmy- and People’s Choice-nominated veteran of movies, television, and Broadway and West End shows. His performance of Malvolio in Twelfth Night was named the highlight of the entire two-year Kennedy Center Shakespeare Festival by the Washington Post. He attended the acting programs at Shakespeare & Company and Circle-in-the-Square, logged in well over 200 episodes of television, starred or costarred in a bouquet of films, plays, musicals, and Shakespeare on Broadway and in London, and developed a passion for Greek revival architecture.