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Summary: Informative, but...
Review: After having read this novel for a class of mine, I compared the information presented to me to The Constitution itself. To my surprise, the facts that were given about The Constitution matched the majority of the document. Having said that, the book is what I would consider a slow read. It's an alternative source to studying our Founding Fathers and what the author portrayed as their thought processes. If you're looking for another way to studying The Constitution itself, you're best off with a copy of the document in front of you. The book is very informative if you are doing research on the time period and the thoughts that plagued the minds of those who drafted it, but if you're looking for a fast-paced plot filled adventure, or even a plot alone, I would recommend that journey to another department of your local bookstore.
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Summary: A Classic in its Own Right
Review: After reading this book, not only do I have a greater respect for our Founding Fathers, but I also understand why Ms. Bowen used the word "Miracle" in her title. It's remarkable to think that our Constitution, which has proven durable over the past two centuries in spite of its flaws, arose out of those intense debates in Philadelphia's sweltering summer.This book is particularly valuable for its perspective. Learning about the delegates' personalities and backgrounds was fascinating, and seeing the Convention in the context of the social and political conditions of early America was especially insightful. I also enjoyed seeing the early colonies through the eyes of foreign visitors. If you're interested in the history of the U.S. Constitution, this book is a must (my condolences to the disgruntled high school students of previous reviews).
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Summary: A Classic in its Own Right
Review: After reading this book, not only do I have a greater respect for our Founding Fathers, but I also understand why Ms. Bowen used the word "Miracle" in her title. It's remarkable to think that our Constitution, which has proven durable over the past two centuries in spite of its flaws, arose out of those intense debates in Philadelphia's sweltering summer. This book is particularly valuable for its perspective. Learning about the delegates' personalities and backgrounds was fascinating, and seeing the Convention in the context of the social and political conditions of early America was especially insightful. I also enjoyed seeing the early colonies through the eyes of foreign visitors. If you're interested in the history of the U.S. Constitution, this book is a must (my condolences to the disgruntled high school students of previous reviews).
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Summary: Miracle at Philadelphia: An Asset
Review: As a high school student, this book is easy to read and comprehend and introduces the Constitution very well. It defines clearly how the Constitution came about, what it meant, and how important a role compromise and sacrifice played in the matter. It describes the problems that were encountered, which helps to portray exactly how hard it was to get all of the delegates to accept the Constitution. It also gives background information of the delegates and their contribution to our country. After reading this book, an appreciation is developed for all the work that our forefathers put into the Constitution, and for the fact that it remains effective to this day. The Miracle at Philadelphia is definitely an asset to have in the classroom if one intends to fully understand the history of the Constitution and its benefits.
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Summary: Boring but Essential to Know, great lesson to read about
Review: I had to read this book over the summer for my AP U.S. History class. When I began to read the book it was okay. I learned valuable information that will stay with me for forever. I recommend this book to everyone because even if you don't like to read you'll learn info that will benefit you in the longrun, and if you do like to read then you'll receive an even better reward.
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Summary: Miracle at Philadelphia....most illuminating.
Review: I purchased this book over ten years ago and for various reasons, I did not get to read it until last summer. A pleasant surprise! The book places the Constitutional Convention within the context of the times, political and social climate and the beliefs and personalities of those responsible for its creation. Reading this, I developed a flavor for the circumstances which brought about the Constitution. One develops a true appreciation for the ultimate collective wisdom of the founding fathers. The book has been in print for many, many years. If you read it, you'll find out why.
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Summary: a good read
Review: I started out reading this book with preconcieved notions that it would be boring and a long read, but after reading through the first two chapters I realized that it was not a useless fact book but in reality a interesting journal (in a way) about the peple who meet. It tells you about the troubles the deligates had getting down there, the heat, the citizens, the secrecy, what they did after meetings, etc. After reading each chapter you think "Why would they sit through that?" and then it goes on to tell you. I found it fascinating to see who really talked, who was prepared, and who was there just to say his name was there in history. I am pleased with how this book turnned out, it not only appeals to the history lover, but to the general public.
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Summary: Great for history buffs - boring for high school students
Review: I was assigned this book for an AP US History class and the general opinion of the book was that is was absolutly overwritten and boring. However, histroy lovers will enjoy the book - but for high schoolers - the Covention will not seem any more interesting.
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Summary: Snore! Snore!
Review: If you are going to read this novel for entertainmen value, DON'T! The only use that this book could get was if I was doing a documentation on he constitution and all 55 delegates. Teachers, If you want your students to become thouroughly discusted with you, make them read this book!
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Summary: Required Reading for Everyone
Review: Miracle at Philadelphia - far from being a "young adult" book - is one book which should be on everyone's top ten reading list. The story of what eventually became the Constitutional Convention, although not starting out as such, the book gives unique insight into the men and the minds that framed our Constitution, the first such written document in the world. Along with the Federalist Papers and other selected correspondence between those both in attendance and abroad (such as Adams and Jefferson), Bowen's book gives a clear and concise explanation as to the form of government we enjoy, as well as showing who supported and who opposed the document coming out of the convention.
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