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Thunder Dog

The True Story of a Blind Man, His Guide Dog, and the Triumph of Trust
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Thunder Dog recounts the remarkable true story of Michael Hingson, a blind man, and his guide dog Roselle, as they face the harrowing events of September 11, 2001. Sitting in a meeting when the North Tower of the World Trade Center is struck, Michael relies on Roselle's calm guidance to navigate chaos, demonstrating extraordinary trust and courage. This inspiring memoir explores themes of faith, loss, and the profound bond between humans and their service animals.
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This memoir is ideal for readers interested in personal stories of resilience, the human-animal connection, and real-life accounts of courage during historic events. It will particularly resonate with those who appreciate moving biographies and stories of overcoming adversity.

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Thunder Dogย is a story that will forever change your spirit and your perspective. It illuminates Hingsonโ€™s lifelong determination to achieve parity in a sighted world and how the rare trust between a man and his guide dog can inspire an unshakable faith in each one of us.

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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

An instant New York Times bestseller, Thunder Dog tells the true story of a blind man, his guide dog, and the life-changing power of faith and trust in the face of terror.

When one of four hijacked planes flew into the World Trade Center's North Tower on September 11, 2001, Michael Hingson, a district sales manager for a data protection and network security systems company, was sitting down for a meeting. His guide dog, Roselle, was at his feet.

Blind from birth, Michael could hear the sounds of shattering glass, falling debris, and terrified people flooding all around him. But Roselle sat calmly beside him. In that moment, Michael chose to trust Roselle's judgment and not to panic. They were a team.

As you relive that fateful day in September 2001 alongside Michael and Roselle, you'll learn:

  • The ways that grief and loss can lead the way for change
  • How the rare trust between a man and his guide dog can inspire your own unshakeable faith
  • The healing power of telling your own story

Praise for Thunder Dog:

"Chapter by chapter of this intriguing work will keep you spellbound. Thunder Dog celebrates the power of the human and animal bond. We all can learn life lessons from this incredible story."

-- Larry King, Emmy award-winning broadcaster and longtime host of Larry King Live

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781400204724

Publisher: Thomas Nelson Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 July 2012

Country: United States

Imprint: Thomas Nelson Publishers

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 213.0mm

Weight: 317g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Michael Hingson, national ambassador for the Braille Literacy Campaign,ย  is a miraculous survivor of 9/11. He lives with his wife, Karen, in the San Francisco Bay Area with two guide dogs, Africa and Fantasia, and one cat, Sherlock. Susy Floryย is the author or coauthor of five books, including theย New York Timesย bestsellerย Thunder Dog.ย Her articles have appeared inย Today's Christian Woman,ย Enrichment Journal,ย Guidepostsย books, Kyria.com, and with Focus on the Family.ย  Nationally acclaimed mental health expert, trauma therapist, and life coach Dr. Anita Phillips is recognized as a leader for her ground-breaking work at the intersection of mental health, faith, and culture. Dr. Anita is a dynamic sought-after speaker who has appeared on multiple news and television outlets and is the host of the fast-growing podcast In the Light with Dr. Anita. She holds degrees from the University of Maryland, Regent University, and the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Dr. Anita lives in Dallas, Texas, with her husband, Michael Phillips, an education advocate and author.

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