Peter C. Zimmerman is an American author and scholar known for his work on jazz history and criticism. He is the author of *The Jazz Masters: Setting the Record Straight* (University Press of Mississippi, 2021), a collection of in-depth interviews and profiles of influential jazz musicians that offers insight into their creative processes, careers, and contributions to the genre. Through this work, Zimmerman provides an authoritative and engaging exploration of jazz as both an art form and a cultural movement, highlighting the voices of artists who helped shape modern music. His writing reflects deep scholarship and respect for jazz heritage.