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A Father, a Hero
Honor Dad…He Deserves It!
Make today Father’s Day! Whether given on a special day or just “because,” A Father, A Hero will show your dad how much he means to you and your family. In four sections of stories—each honoring him as a protector, a provider, a leader, and a spiritual role model—this beautiful book with reminiscent images by G. Harvey is all it takes to show Dad his incomparable value. The uplifting, true tales and moving pictures combine to serve as a reminder that strong family ties are a blessing from the Lord.
In a World in Need of Male Role Models,
Honor the Heroes Who Are
Confidently, humbly, faithfully. A father often serves behind the scenes. But younger generations are watching, and his example sets the course for a bright future. His role is irreplaceable, his leadership commendable. He’s a commonplace hero deserving nothing short of noble recognition.
[Front Flap]
Dr. James Dobson and his good friend, acclaimed artist G. Harvey, invite you to experience the rich blessing of fathers and families through the inspirational stories and images that make up A Father, A Hero. The artist’s unique touch and striking images usher in an air of gratitude as you ponder the gift of male role models everywhere. The stories, a collection of Dr. Dobson’s favorites, will inspire you as they invoke your own special memories.
Honor your father. Cherish your family. And shower accolades upon the one who has led boldly, served faithfully, and loved sincerely.
Story Behind the Book
We live in an age of fallen heroes. Corporate scandals, priests who sexually abuse children, television turning minds against family values. And yet against this disheartening backdrop, millions of today’s dads are quietly going about the business of fatherhood. Almost unnoticed, these men show the next generation that it is still possible to model masculine leadership in our wayward culture. They are the real heroes of the twenty-first century, and they deserve our encouragement more than ever before.
Make today Father’s Day! Whether given on a special day or just “because,” A Father, A Hero will show your dad how much he means to you and your family. In four sections of stories—each honoring him as a protector, a provider, a leader, and a spiritual role model—this beautiful book with reminiscent images by G. Harvey is all it takes to show Dad his incomparable value. The uplifting, true tales and moving pictures combine to serve as a reminder that strong family ties are a blessing from the Lord.
In a World in Need of Male Role Models,
Honor the Heroes Who Are
Confidently, humbly, faithfully. A father often serves behind the scenes. But younger generations are watching, and his example sets the course for a bright future. His role is irreplaceable, his leadership commendable. He’s a commonplace hero deserving nothing short of noble recognition.
[Front Flap]
Dr. James Dobson and his good friend, acclaimed artist G. Harvey, invite you to experience the rich blessing of fathers and families through the inspirational stories and images that make up A Father, A Hero. The artist’s unique touch and striking images usher in an air of gratitude as you ponder the gift of male role models everywhere. The stories, a collection of Dr. Dobson’s favorites, will inspire you as they invoke your own special memories.
Honor your father. Cherish your family. And shower accolades upon the one who has led boldly, served faithfully, and loved sincerely.
Story Behind the Book
We live in an age of fallen heroes. Corporate scandals, priests who sexually abuse children, television turning minds against family values. And yet against this disheartening backdrop, millions of today’s dads are quietly going about the business of fatherhood. Almost unnoticed, these men show the next generation that it is still possible to model masculine leadership in our wayward culture. They are the real heroes of the twenty-first century, and they deserve our encouragement more than ever before.
112 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2005
About the author
James C. Dobson
255 books384 followersA licensed psychologist and marriage, family, and child counselor, Dr. James Dobson was a clinical member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. For 14 years Dr. Dobson was an associate clinical professor of pediatrics at the University of Southern California School of Medicine, and he served for 17 years on the attending staff of Children's Hospital Los Angeles in the Division of Child Development and Medical Genetics. He earned a Ph.D. from the University of Southern California (1967) in the field of child development.
He was the author of more than 50 books, including The New Dare to Discipline, The New Strong-Willed Child, When God Doesn't Make Sense, Night Light: A Devotional for Couples, Bringing Up Boys, and the New York Times bestseller Bringing Up Girls .
Heavily involved in influencing governmental policies related to the family, Dr. Dobson was appointed by President Ronald Reagan to the National Advisory Commission to the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention. He also served on the Attorney General's Advisory Board on Missing and Exploited Children, the Department of Health and Human Services' Panel on Teen Pregnancy Prevention, and the Commission on Child and Family Welfare. He was elected in 2008 to the National Radio Hall of Fame, and in 2009 received the Ronald Reagan Lifetime Achievement Award.
He was the author of more than 50 books, including The New Dare to Discipline, The New Strong-Willed Child, When God Doesn't Make Sense, Night Light: A Devotional for Couples, Bringing Up Boys, and the New York Times bestseller Bringing Up Girls .
Heavily involved in influencing governmental policies related to the family, Dr. Dobson was appointed by President Ronald Reagan to the National Advisory Commission to the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention. He also served on the Attorney General's Advisory Board on Missing and Exploited Children, the Department of Health and Human Services' Panel on Teen Pregnancy Prevention, and the Commission on Child and Family Welfare. He was elected in 2008 to the National Radio Hall of Fame, and in 2009 received the Ronald Reagan Lifetime Achievement Award.
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August 14, 2011
An excellent book for fathers, whether newbies or veterans. A person could easily read through this in a single sitting or do, as I did, and read a chapter or two each night. This is a nice collection of "pull on the heart strings" and heart warming stories with some Biblical and time tested principles that, I for one will try to learn from as we try to raise godly children.
February 10, 2020
A quick read (about half an hour) but inspiring.
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