With David O. Stewart, author of The Summer of 1787; Of Counsel, Ropes & Gray LLP, and

Paul M. Smith, Partner, Jenner & Block LLP; Chair of the National Board of the American Constitution Society

On April 28, the American Constitution Society will host a book signing and discussion on the founding of our Constitution with David O. Stewart, author of The Summer of 1787: The Men Who Invented the Constitution and Paul M. Smith. Mr. Stewart and Mr. Smith, both distinguished litigators, will discuss the personalities that drafted our founding document, the compromises and confrontations that led to its key provisions and how these provisions continue to shape our democracy today.

"Mr. Stewart has done a nimble job of retelling a familiar story, showing how the Constitution evolved during those hot summer months in Philadelphia, while conjuring the atmosphere of the convention and creating vivid portraits of its chief delegates."

- Michiko Kakutani, The New York Times

"Crafting the constitution was one of the most amazing collaborations in human history. David O. Stewart's book is both a gripping narrative on how it was done and a useful guide to how we should regard that wonderful document today."

- Walter Isaacson, author of Benjamin Franklin: An American Life

"[T]his is one of the most entertaining narratives of American history I have ever read. It is a page-turner. It is so well written that even if you have no idea what the U.S. Constitution says, you are likely to want to read this book end-to-end in one sitting. . . . If you read only one book about the Constitution, let it be "The Summer of 1787."

- Michael L. Ramsey, Roanoke Times

The event will be hosted by the law firm of Jenner & Block, and will be held in the Multi-Purpose Room on the concourse level at 601 Thirteenth Street, N.W. in Washington, D.C. There is no charge for this event. To RSVP for this event, please click here. Lunch will be provided beginning at noon. Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Monday, April 28, 2008
12 - 2 p.m.
Jenner & Block LLP
601 Thirteenth St NW
Washington, DC 20005