An Evening with Erik Larson- THE DEMON OF UNREST

About the Event

Join Main Street Books for a special evening with bestselling author Erik Larson as he celebrates the paperback release of his newest work, The Demon of Unrest: A Saga of Hubris, Heartbreak, and Heroism at the Dawn of the Civil War.

Known for his masterful narrative nonfiction, Larson brings history vividly to life, weaving meticulous research with page-turning storytelling. In The Demon of Unrest, he turns his lens to the volatile months leading up to the American Civil War, chronicling the personalities, political miscalculations, and mounting tensions that propelled the nation toward catastrophe.

This evening will feature an in-depth conversation, audience Q&A, and a book signing following the program. Whether you are a longtime fan or discovering Larson’s work for the first time, this is a must-attend event for readers of history, biography, and narrative nonfiction.

About the Author

Erik Larson is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of numerous acclaimed works of narrative nonfiction, including The Devil in the White City, Dead Wake, The Splendid and the Vile, and In the Garden of Beasts. His books have been translated into more than forty languages and are celebrated for their immersive storytelling and historical depth.

Additional Event Details

• Doors open at 6:00 PM
• Program begins promptly at 7:00 PM
• Books will be pre-signed, but Erik is happy to personalize and/or sign his backlist titles following the event
• Tickets are required for entrance to the event

• Additional books will be for sale from Main Street Books
• Seating is first-come, first-served unless otherwise noted