Publisher's Synopsis
A Friend In The Dark: The Story Of A Seeing Eye Dog is a heartwarming and inspiring book written by Ruth Adams Knight. The book tells the story of a Seeing Eye dog named Buddy and his journey to become a guide dog for the blind. The book begins with Buddy's early life as a playful puppy, and his training at the Seeing Eye school. The author describes in detail the rigorous training that Buddy undergoes in order to become a guide dog, from learning how to navigate through busy streets to avoiding obstacles and obeying commands. As Buddy progresses through his training, he develops a deep bond with his handler, a blind man named Bill. Together, they face many challenges and obstacles, but Buddy's unwavering loyalty and dedication help Bill to live a more independent life. Throughout the book, the author provides insights into the world of guide dogs, and the important role they play in the lives of the blind and visually impaired. She also highlights the challenges that people with disabilities face, and the importance of empathy and understanding in creating a more inclusive society. Overall, A Friend In The Dark is a heartwarming and insightful book that celebrates the power of friendship, loyalty, and perseverance. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the world of guide dogs, or for anyone looking for a touching and inspiring story.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.
