The White House's Unruly Neighborhood

“Ed Moser leads a rollicking tour of Lafayette Square—the front door to the White House—and along the way enchants us with true stories of assassinations, duels, escaped slaves, heroes, scandals, spies, and a strong appreciation for one of America’s most historic spaces.”—Garrett Peck, author of The Great War in America: World War I and Its Aftermath
“A fascinating read about an overlooked but important public space at the center of Washington drama for decades. An enjoyable read.”—Peter Schweizer, author of Profiles in Corruption
“Turns out the White House isn’t in the best neighborhood—not if you like a life of peace and quiet. Edward Moser has discovered that the houses, streets, sidewalks, and alleys around Lafayette Square have produced as much drama as the Oval Office and have hosted an even more colorful cast of characters.”—P. J. O’Rourke, New York Times bestselling author
“Moser takes readers on a quick-paced joy ride. From the front door of the White House and through the streets and back alleys, Moser entices with the true stories of assassinations, duels, escaped slaves, heroes, salacious affairs, and nasty double crosses. … Hidden dramas buried within the walls of the homes, taverns, and parks of Lafayette Square come alive. And his readers gain a ground level appreciation for this historic area.”—The Zebra.