Join us for an author talk with local firefighter and author, Rob Palmer!

In his first book "A Fireman in the Making", author Rob Palmer transports the reader back to early 20th century New York City through the eyes of Mickey Farley, an aspiring architect attending college. Mickey instead is drawn to the perilous world of firefighting in a teeming metropolis. In the era of horse- drawn steam fire engines when firefighting was performed with little regard for personal safety, Mickey experiences thrills, dangers, boredom, and intense action as a member of the greatest fire department in the world.  

Rob Palmer is a fifty-year fire service volunteer in his hometown of Stonington, Connecticut. A history enthusiast, his particular interests include the study of firefighting and fire apparatus of all eras. He is a member of the Board of Directors of The Connecticut Firemen's Historical Society in Manchester, Connecticut; its museum has brought early firefighting to life for him, and he enjoys giving tours there. His book, A Fireman in the Making, is the product of detailed research about Manhattan, the Fire Department of New York, and the compelling profession of firefighting.