Meet the Author: Jonathan F. Putnam

Author Jonathan F. Putnam will talk about his "Lincoln and Speed" mystery series. His newest novel "Final Resting Place," transports us to the summer of 1838, and Springfield is embroiled in a tumultuous, violent political season. Springfield's elite have gathered at a party to celebrate the Fourth of July, but during the fireworks a prominent local politician is assassinated. When his political rival is arrested, young lawyer Lincoln and his best friend Joshua Speed are back on the case to investigate. Join us to hear Putnam's fascinating talk about his books, and about Abraham Lincoln and his times.