Jeffrey Frank is an accomplished author and journalist known for his meticulously researched political narratives and fiction. His book "Ike and Dick: Portrait of a Strange Political Marriage," published by Simon & Schuster in 2013, explores the complex relationship between Dwight D. Eisenhower and Richard Nixon. The work received critical acclaim, with "The New York Times Book Review" praising it as "a highly engrossing political narrative," while Russell Baker in "The New York Review of Books" lauded its elegant prose and factual rigor. Thomas Mallon of "The New Yorker" called it "one of the best books ever written about Richard Nixon."
Frank has also authored four novels, including "The Columnist" (2001), "Bad Publicity" (2004), and "Trudy Hopedale" (2007), which form his Washington Trilogy. Additionally, he co-translated Hans Christian Andersen's stories with Diana Crone Frank. His career in journalism includes serving as deputy editor of the Outlook section at "The Washington Post" and as a senior editor at "The New Yorker" for over thirteen years. Frank's works reflect his keen eye for political dynamics and his ability to weave compelling narratives grounded in historical accuracy.