Tiger Woods: A Biography (Greenwood Biographies) (Hardcover)

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“Londino offers a sensitive, well-written and in-depth biography of the golf star, from a writer who knows the game well.”–MultiCultural Review

“More than just a listing of wins and descriptions of golf swings, this biography of Tiger Woods lives up to its promise of an interesting read and certainly contains enough facts for a high school project.”–VOYA

“Tiger Woods: A Biography brings the world of golf in general and the achievements of Tiger Woods in particular to life, providing a biographical which examines his participation in the sport, its particular demands, and how he lived up to his potential.”–The Midwest Book Review

“[D]escribes the life and career of the African-American golf prodigy, giving information on his early life, the influence of his parents, and the relationship between celebrity and the media. B&W photos, a timeline, and a bibliography of books, magazine and newspaper articles, videos, and websites are included.”–Reference & Research Book News

Book Description

Examines the young life of a golfer who has had a significant impact not only on the sports world but, because of the his ethnicity and the history of the game he plays, contemporary American culture as well.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 152 pages
• Publisher: Greenwood (November 30, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0313331219
• ISBN-13: 978-0313331213
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #441,694 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The golf world of Tiger Woods brought to life., March 18, 2006

By	D. Donovan, Editor/Sr. Reviewer "California B... (California, USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)

TIGER WOODS: A BIOGRAPHY brings the world of golf in general and the achievements of Tiger Woods in particular to life, providing a biographical which examines his participation in the sport, its particular demands, and how he lived up to his potential. A timeline of events highlights the high points, while discussions of Afro-American rights and PGA requirements provide the well-rounded background.

5.0 out of 5 stars A Man for All Seasons, November 10, 2007

By	acinehermoso - See all my reviews

Tiger is probably the greatest golfer of all time. He's has great poise and dignity on and off the greens. If only we could all live up to his exceptional qualities. This is a magnificent biography. I cherish it.

3 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book, August 20, 2006

By	[e-mail] "mistermaxxx" (usa) - See all my reviews (TOP 50 REVIEWER)

this Book is very well documented&put together. Tiger Woods is the Baddest Golfer Ever. He is a Standard in sports with his Dominance,but as a Person He is a ground-breaker in the World of Golf. this Book speaks on His Impact as a Golf Player&also the Social Impact his pressence has had on the sport. Tiger is unstoppable. His Father gave him the edge&Tiger ran with it. RIP to His Pops.