Six Roads From Abilene

Six Roads From Abilene: Some Personal Recollections Of Edgar Eisenhower is a book written by John McCallum that offers a personal look at the life of Edgar Eisenhower, the younger brother of former US President Dwight D. Eisenhower. The book takes its title from the six different paths that Edgar took in his life, including his time as a businessman, a soldier, a politician, and a family man.McCallum draws on his own personal experiences with Edgar, as well as interviews with family members and friends, to paint a vivid picture of a man who was often overshadowed by his more famous brother, but who nevertheless led a fascinating and fulfilling life. The book covers Edgar's childhood in Abilene, Kansas, his service in World War II, his career in the oil industry, his political aspirations, and his personal relationships.Throughout the book, McCallum emphasizes the importance of family and community in Edgar's life, and shows how these values helped him to navigate the various challenges he faced along the way. The book also provides insights into the broader historical context of Edgar's life, including the impact of the Great Depression, World War II, and the Cold War on American society.Overall, Six Roads From Abilene: Some Personal Recollections Of Edgar Eisenhower is a compelling and insightful portrait of a lesser-known figure in American history, and offers a unique perspective on the Eisenhower family and their legacy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.