Nine Lessons I Learned from My Father
Nine Lessons I Learned from My Father by Murray Howe is a reflective memoir published by National Geographic Books on May 7, 2019. This 240-page reprint explores the profound impact of Gordie Howe, a legendary figure in hockey, on his son’s understanding of greatness. Rather than focusing solely on athletic achievements, Murray Howe shares insights about character, humility, and the essence of being a good person, shaped by his experiences growing up in the Howe household.
In this book, readers will find nine lessons derived from Murray’s memories and stories, which illuminate the values his father embodied. The narrative delves into themes of personal growth and the realization that true greatness transcends sports. As Murray reflects on his father’s legacy, he emphasizes the importance of courage, kindness, and authenticity, offering a unique perspective on what it means to be a hero in everyday life. This edition is presented in English, making it accessible to a wide audience interested in biography, personal memoirs, and the world of sports.
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As a child, Murray Howe wanted to be like his father. He was an adult before he realized that didn’t necessarily mean playing hockey.
Gordie Howe may have been the greatest player in the history of hockey, but greatness was never defined by goals or assists in the Howe household. Greatness meant being the best person you could be, not the best player on the ice.
Unlike his two brother, Murray Howe failed in his attempt to follow in his father’s footsteps to become a professional athlete. Yet his failure brought him to the realization that his dream wasn’t really to be a pro hockey player. His dream was to be his father. To be amazing at something, but humble and gracious. To be courageous, and stand up for the little guy. To be a hero. You don’t need to be a hockey player to do that. What he learned was that it was a waste of time wishing you were like someone else.
When Gordie Howe passed away in 2016, it was Murray who was asked to deliver the eulogy. Nine Lessons I Learned from My Father takes the reader through the hours Murray spent writing the words that would give shape to his father’s leagcy–the hours immediately after his hero’s death, as he gathers his thoughts and memories, and makes sense of what his remarkable father meant to him. The result is nine pieces of wisdom, built out of hundreds of stories, that show us the man behind the legend and give us a glimpse of what we can learn from this incredible life.
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