Miracle at Philadelphia
Miracle at Philadelphia by Catherine Drinker Bowen Background information on the author Catherine Drinker Bowen was born on January 1, 1897 in Haverford, Pennsylvania. ... Interpretation of History Miracle At Philadelphia holds amazing historical value. ... Sources used to write the book The primary source documents used to write Miracle at Philadelphia are some of the most important documents in U. ... She included no formal bibliography in Miracle at Philadelphia, but did list the following books which she used. ... The time period that Miracle at Philadelphia is written about occurs around 1787. ... 31- An angry mob in New Hampshire marches to the assembly and demands paper money 1786- The dollar is accepted as the official currency of America 1787- Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey become the first second and third states to join the union 1787- May 25- George Washington is elected President of the Philadelphia convention 1788- Connecticut, Virginia, New York, South Carolina, Maryland, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Georgia all join the union. Brief Summary of the Book Miracle At Philadelphia chronicles the Constitutional Convention of 1787 from May to September when all the delegates of the different states arrived in Philadelphia to construct a replacement for the Articles Of Confederation. ... ” made for a spirited debate within the walls of the Philadelphia State House. ... Critical reviews Miracle at Philadelphia by Catherine Drinker Bowen has been reviewed by many critics. ... “Miracle at Philadelphia: The story of the Constitution Conventional May to September 1787. ... Morris, Richard, Review of Miracle at Philadelphia ,New York Times Book Review-R, V 71-20 November 20,1966 pg. ... , Review of Miracle at Philadelphia, Atlantic Magazine, V219. ... Personal Critique Even though Miracle at Philadelphia was not the most exciting book Ive ever read ,it was informative. ... As to whether or not Miracle at Philadelphia should remain on the AP reading list, I would say yes , it should remain on the list.