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Man's Best Hero: True Stories of Great American Dogs
Man's Best Hero: True Stories of Great American Dogs
Man's Best Hero: True Stories of Great American Dogs
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Man's Best Hero: True Stories of Great American Dogs

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From Lassie to Old Yeller to Rin Tin Tin to Marley, dogs have stolen our attention and our hearts. In real life, our own pets are more than just canine companions; they are members of our family. And for some, they are heroes and brave servants.


In Man’s Best Hero, prolific author (and lifelong dog lover) Ace Collins provides a collection of short, dramatic stories about dogs that have gone the extra mile. Though not trained to perform heroic acts, circumstances and the remarkable bond between the dog and its owner led these animals to perform amazing feats that defy logic. Whether it is saving a drowning man, jumping in front of a truck to push a toddler to the curb, or tearing the burning clothes off a child’s back, the actions presented in these stories display courage, loyalty, intelligence, and other admirable qualities of life and faith.


These compelling portraits, told first in the words of the dog and then through exciting narrative that recounts the dog’s actions, will touch reader’s hearts and will leave them with a greater appreciation for their furry friends.

LanguageEnglish
Release dateMay 30, 2014
ISBN9781426787386
Man's Best Hero: True Stories of Great American Dogs
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Ace Collins

Ace Collins is the writer of more than sixty books, including several bestsellers: Stories behind the Best-Loved Songs of Christmas, Stories behind the Great Traditions of Christmas, The Cathedrals, and Lassie: A Dog’s Life. Based in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, He continues to publish several new titles each year, including a series of novels, the first of which is Farraday Road. Ace has appeared on scores of television shows, including CBS This Morning, NBC Nightly News, CNN, Good Morning America, MSNBC, and Entertainment Tonight.

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  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    No big surprises, but delivers what it promises

    True stories about heroic dogs. 'Nuf said....

    These dogs are exceptional, and the heartwarming stories highlight the bonds we form with man's best friend.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
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    Man’s Best Hero tells true stories of heroic actions by everyday dogs, and reads like a collection of fascinating magazine articles, each drawing a valuable conclusion for the reader, offering nuggets of wisdom and inspiration. From rejected dogs trained by rejected people in prison, to a blind deaf dog finding purpose and peace in aiding another animal, from heroic rescuers to valiant battlefield warriors, from WWI to 911, these stories offer the old-fashioned comfort of gentle narration, happy endings, and animal prowess overcoming great odds.Each story starts with a pleasing line drawing, bringing its animals to life. Each is headed with a different virtue, well-illustrated in the text. And a nice blend of facts and encouragement gives the animal stories a wealth of human and spiritual context and meaning.Oprah Winfrey is quoted at the end of the book saying, “every human being has value and purpose.” In this book, so does every dog, and wise readers might learn their own purpose in looking at the lives of “Man’s Best Hero.”Disclosure: I requested a free copy of this book and I offer my honest review.

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