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Learn the inspiring story of Michael Hingson and his guide dog who survived the 9/11 terror attacks in author Keri Wyatt Kent and Michael Hingson’s “Live Like A Guide Dog.”
The Synopsis
A guide dog’s guide to life’s most important lessons!
Michael Hingson’s inspiring true story captivated the world when he and his guide dog Roselle escaped the Twin Towers together on 9/11, a story that became the New York Times bestselling book Thunder Dog. During decades of walking with guide dogs, he had learned a surprising truth that helped save his life that day: Being afraid can be a positive thing, one that prepares us to deal with any situation that befalls us. Now, in Live like a Guide Dog, he reveals how to:
- Get equipped for whatever obstacles or challenges you may encounter as you make your way through the world
- Train yourself to be brave, just like a guide dog’s training equips handler and dog to prepare for the unexpected
- Learn to use your natural fear reactions as a way to focus and concentrate to make better decisions and turn your fear into courage and confidence.
- Apply eleven principles Michael has learned with his guide dogs to overcome the fears that you face every day
Join Michael on the joyful adventure of walking with, loving, and learning from guide dogs!
The Review
A truly inspiring story, the author does a remarkable job of finding the right balance by exploring how these amazing animals not only helped in everyday life but also gave mental and emotional support in their years together with Michael. The relatability of the author’s life that so many readers will be able to connect with, and the honest and connective way the authors write this book, allows the readers to feel as if they are in an in-depth conversation with them, the book’s chapters expressing both the lighthearted and the more somber moments and memories the authors lived through.
A big theme that I truly appreciated as a reader was the author’s bringing to light of ableism, and how people with disabilities are treated, perceived, and interacted with in society as a whole. As a disabled person, it is the heart and honesty the authors write with that resonated the most, and, as someone passionate about animals in general, I found the author perfectly captures the routines, mindsets, and experiences these beautiful creatures give to Michael throughout his life.
The Verdict
Memorable, thoughtful, and compelling, authors Michael Hingson and Keri Wyatt Kent’s “Live Like a Dog” is a must-read nonfiction inspirational book on living life with disabilities and the lessons animals, especially guide dogs, can teach a person going through hardships in life. The insight, the powerful writing style the author utilized, and the heartfelt connection the author felt with these beautiful animals and what they taught him will resonate deeply with readers. If you haven’t yet, be sure to grab your copy today!
Rating: 10/10
About the Authors
Keri Wyatt Kent is the author of Live Like a Guide Dog, GodSpace, and ten other books. She makes a living creating content of all kinds, and enjoys reading, running, and cooking. She and her husband live in Chicago.
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