During his term in office, Nixon held thirteen jazz-related performances at the White House. This book pays homage to that handful of iconic entertainers who graced the East Room stage, including Pearl Bailey, Peggy Lee, Frank Sinatra, Al Hirt, Henry Mancini, and the Modern Jazz Quartet. With an engaging, colorful writing style, filled with surprising details, Faine brings the events alive, presenting a rare view of a White House at play with Nixon as genial and gracious host.