Top Dog: The Story of Marine Hero Lucca

Author: Maria Goodvage

Brand: Penguin Random House

Color: Multicolor

Edition: Reprint

Features:

• New American Library

Binding: paperback

Format: Illustrated

Number Of Pages: 320

Release Date: 01-09-2015

Part Number: 687772

Details: Maria Goodavage takes readers into the life of Lucca K458, a decorated and highly skilled military working dog. An extraordinary bond develops between Lucca and Marine Corps dog handlers Chris Willingham and Juan Rodriguez, in what would become a legendary 400-mission career. A specialized search dog, Lucca belongs to an elite group trained to work off- leash at long distances from her handler to sniff out deadly explosives. She served alongside both Special Forces and regular infantry and became so sought-after that platoons frequently requested her by nameHere, in gritty detail, is the gripping account of Lucca’s adventures on and off the battlefields, including tense, lifesaving explosives finds and rooftop firefights, as well as the bravery of fellow handlers and dogs they served with. Ultimately we see how the bond between Lucca and her handlers overcame the endless brutalities of war and the traumas such violence can inflict. Top Dog is a portrait of modern warfare with a heartwarming and inspiring conclusion that will touch dog lovers and the toughest military readers.

EAN: 9780451467102

Package Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.4 x 0.8 inches

Languages: English