(Isstories Editorial):- Chicago, Illinois Jan 5, 2026 (Issuewire.com) – Our Father Who Art in an Iron Lung by Douglas Dodd is a powerful and heartfelt memoir about love, disability, and perseverance in the face of unimaginable change. Published on July 8, 2025, and released on Amazon, the book tells the true story of a father whose battle with polio reshaped his family while revealing extraordinary strength, hope, and purpose.
About the book:
In 1955, Bruce Dodd contracted polio, leaving him paralyzed and dependent on respirators, including an iron lung, for much of his life. Yet this book makes it clear that Bruce was never defined by his disability. Told through personal memories, poetry, and emotional reflection, the story captures how Bruce remained a devoted father, mentor, and source of inspiration for twenty-one years. Douglas Dodd vividly portrays the sacrifices, struggles, and quiet victories of a family learning to live with hardship. The memoir also connects Bruce’s journey to the author’s own adult challenges, including raising a child with Down syndrome and facing the threat of paralysis himself. The result is an honest and uplifting narrative that speaks to millions living with disability or unexpected adversity, offering hope, wisdom, and deep emotional connection.
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About the Author:
Douglas Dodd, a carpenter by trade and a storyteller by heart, writes with warmth, clarity, and sincerity. His book is both a tribute to his father’s remarkable life and a reminder that character, love, and determination matter more than physical limitations. Our Father Who Art in an Iron Lung stands as a meaningful testament to family strength and human resilience.
Availability:
Our Father Who Art in an Iron Lung is available on Amazon in multiple formats, including ebook, paperback, and hardcover, allowing readers to choose how they experience this powerful memoir.
Book Link: https://a.co/d/6gTXIpI
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