Book Information
- Series: Amazing Stories
- Imprint: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., Publishers
- Publication Date: 19 January 2004
- Copyright Year: 2004
- ISBN: 9781551539539
- Page Count: 128
- Dimensions: 5.5" x 8.5"
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Moe Norman
The Canadian Golfing Legend with the Perfect Swing
by Stan Sauerwein
Murray "Moe" Norman was always a little different. When he took up golf, at the age of 12, he spent hours hitting balls. He soon became a phenomenon on the amateur golfing circuit. Humbly aware of his special gift, and justifiably proud, Moe went on to set 33 course records, including three 59s, and 17 holes-in one.
"I don't know of any player, ever, who could strike a golf ball like Moe Norman...[He is a genius when it comes to playing the game of golf." - Lee Trevino. This book will be especially fascinating for all readers interested in: golf or sports biography. Murray "Moe" Norman has always been a little different. When he took up golf, at the age of 12, he spent hours hitting balls, swinging the club until his hands bled. He soon became a phenomenon on the amateur golfing circuit. Humbly aware of his special gift and justifiably proud, Moe went on to set 33 course records, including three 59s, and 17 holes-in-one.
About the Author
STAN SAUERWEIN lives and writes in Westbank, BC. A freelance writer for two decades, Stan has published articles in a variety of Canadian and U.S. magazines and newspapers. Specializing in business subjects, he has written for both corporations and governments. He has written several Amazing Stories, including Lucy Maud Montgomery and Pierre Elliot Trudeau.
Subjects (BISAC)
BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Sports, HISTORY / Canada / Post-Confederation (1867-), SPORTS & RECREATION / Golf
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