Morey, Walter
Variant namesChildren's author Walt Morey was born in Hoquiam, Washington, in 1907. His varied work experiences, which included factory work, forestry, prizefighting, theater management, and deep sea diving, provided Morey with material for stories. After years of writing for pulp magazines, he turned to writing juvenile fiction. Morey's book Gentle Ben became a success and a lasting children's classic.
From the description of Walter Nelson Morey papers, 1937-1992. (University of Oregon Libraries). WorldCat record id: 49035181
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| referencedIn | Bonham, Frank. Papers, 1941-1988 (bulk 1960-1980). | University of Minnesota, Minneapolis | |
| creatorOf | Morey, Walt. Walter Nelson Morey papers, 1937-1992. | University of Oregon Libraries |
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| associatedWith | Bonham, Frank. | person |
| associatedWith | E.P. Dutton (Firm) | corporateBody |
| associatedWith | Lenniger, August. | person |
| associatedWith | Lenniger Literary Agency. | corporateBody |
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