Three Days in January

Dwight Eisenhower's Final Mission

By: Bret Baier, Catherine Whitney

Narrated by: Bret Baier, Danny Campbell

Length: 10 hrs and 34 mins

Publisher's summary

In this debut history from one of America's most influential political journalists, Bret Baier casts the three days between Dwight Eisenhower's prophetic "farewell address" on the evening of January 17, 1961, and his successor John F. Kennedy's inauguration on the afternoon of January 20 as the final mission of one of modern America's greatest leaders.

As president, the former supreme commander of Allied forces during World War II successfully guided the country out of war in Korea, through the apocalyptic threat of nuclear war with Russia, and into one of the greatest economic booms in world history. In this last address to the nation, Eisenhower looked to the future, warning Americans against the dangers of elevating partisanship above national interest, excessive government budgets (particularly deficit spending), the expansion of the military-industrial complex, and the creeping political power of special interests. Baier explores the many ways these visionary words continue to resonate today; he also explains how Ike embodied the qualities of political leadership that the country is urgently hungering for at the present.

Seeking to prepare a new generation for power, Eisenhower intensely advised the 43-year-old Kennedy in the intervening time between the speech and the inauguration. Dwight Eisenhower left the public stage at the end of these three days in January 1961 having done more than perhaps any other modern American to set the nation "on our charted course toward permanent peace and human betterment". Despite their differences in party affiliation, President Kennedy would continue to seek his predecessor's advice and counsel during his time in office. Five decades later Baier's Three Days in January illuminates how Eisenhower, an underappreciated giant of US history, still offers vital lessons for our own time.

©2017 Bret Baier (P)2017 HarperCollins Publishers

I never knew...his story...Thank you...

I never knew what I was missing...a man who didn't want the job..."If you must fight...finish it." That may not be exact, but that was my take away...

Well worth your time.

Very educational and interesting. President Eisenhower rarely gets the credit or attention he deserves. Brett Baier brings his personality into full view.

Worth Your Time

Eisenhower grows in statue and significance with every passing day. His presidency doesn't receive the due it deserves. What a great leader was he. The country is in desperate need of a leader like Ike. This book provides a small glimpse into why this is so.

Very informative

The narration was excellent because of the talent of the author. The background info on each president was detailed and thoroughly enjoyable. Well worth your time

Excellent book

Superbly narrated and actual - let's hope the new people in the White House would get a glimpse at it...

A Wonderful Review of an Exceptional Presidency

Brett Baier has done a fine job of researching and writing a very informative book about a thoughtful and courageous president. lke saw the future incredibly clearly, not only regarding the military-industrial complex, but the scientific-governmental hijacking of the supposed human caused climate change issue. This is a very good book for our time. Thank you Mr Baier.

well documented and definitely worth your Time!

thoroughly covers Eisenhower's administration and accomplishments. interesting details on the transition of power to next President.

History written like a good story

Well told story of true events. It takes you into the room like the proverbial fly on the wall.

Really enjoyed this book!

Would you listen to Three Days in January again? Why?

Very interesting and well written, and very timely. The narration was also very nice. Great job Mr. Baier!

Excellent Insight into Ike as President and a Man

A very interesting account of Ike's military and political leadership. Bret Baier writes as a journalist and thus portrays Ike's life and times in a vivid and clear fashion. I also think that Baier is the perfect narrator for this work. All in all, an informative book. I hope Mr. Baier will write more about recent Presidents.