{"product_id":"9780988656703","title":"Through Gilly's Eyes: Memoirs of a Guide Dog","description":"WHAT WOULD YOU DO ... if you were sitting in school one morning and suddenly found you couldn't see?\u003cp\u003eWhen it happens to Matt VanFossan during his third year of college, it's the start of a life he hasn't planned on and definitely doesn't want. A few months later, paired with a guide dog, he's still in a state of denial. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut Matt's new companion, named Gilly, isn't one for self-pity - or modesty. He describes himself as \"one of the handsomest dogs at guide dog school.\" A keen observer of the human condition, especially \u003ci\u003ehis\u003c\/i\u003e human's condition, Gilly provides a running commentary on Matt's progress. And as Gilly and Matt learn to work together, the two gradually forge a relationship that transcends the ordinary bonds between dog and man.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom dog training school then back to college, from home and on to Brazil, Gilly relates their story with humor and insight. Through challenging adventures, new friendships, and ultimately, lasting love, Gilly provides Matt with guidance and companionship for six years - a lifetime that will last forever. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot a dog lover? You will be once you've finished this tale and looked at the world through Gilly's eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFROM THE BOOK:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Matt and I made our first solo foray onto campus. I had no idea where we were going, and Matt, it turned out, had only a vague one. The two of us made an extremely awkward team.\u003cbr\u003eAs we started off down the block, he began counting his steps in a low voice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eSmart boy,\u003c\/i\u003e I thought. I wouldn't be able to find our house on the very first return trip. He'd be able to cue me on the way back.\u003cbr\u003eUnfortunately, walking and counting at the same time didn't seem to be one of his strengths. I distinctly heard him say the number 'sixty' twice. Then, I heard him curse. Finally, we reached the intersection.\u003cbr\u003e'Two hundred and fourteen,' he announced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eGive or take a few dozen, I thought.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Volant Press Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49836387893488,"sku":"9780988656703","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780988656703","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}