Summary Of Thunder Dog And Susy Flory

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The novel Thunder Dog by Michael Hingson and Susy Flory is a story to remember. A benevolent, determined, and devoted man, Michael Hingson, grew up in the suburbs of California and went blind as an infant. As a child, he had to overcome challenges just to be like a normal child. For example, he was told that he could never ride a bike. However, he learned to ride a bike, which opened many doors to prove that not only blind people, but disabled people can do anything they set their mind to. Michael went on to learn how to hear stationary objects, memorize the setting around him, and even drive a car. At the age of fourteen Michael decided to get a guide dog. Over time he built strong connections with them. Michael also built a stalwart

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