The Summer of 1787

David Stewart's scholarship and George Wilson's narration are an elegant combination that creates a stirring and informative experience. Stewart sorts out the threads of constitutional history through a close examination of the actions and words of the delegates to the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia in 1787. His text is supported by Wilson's ability to create the voices of the famous participants. Wilson has a robust voice that carries along the detailed narrative of the negotiations of the Convention. He uses a variety of techniques to create the voices of the men that Stewart quotes, applying appropriate accents, tones, and styles to the speakers. This production will be eagerly welcomed by history buffs and students attempting to understand the men who created the U.S. Constitution, and the politics of their time. R.F. (c) AudioFile 2008, Portland, Maine