The Game of Golf by Willie Park Junior
First published in 1896, The Game of Golf is the long awaited reprint of the first ever golfing book by golf professional. It is a golfing classic and collectors' item. Straight from the man who brought golf from Scotland to the world comes, this comprehensive guide is to playing golf. Every aspect of playing, from selecting equipment to proper swing and grip, is explained in detail beside the opinion and tips of the successful nineteenth century golf champion, Willie Park Junior. Written over a century ago, this commentary reveals the finer details of the game and original techniques that can still be applied today. It includes a helpful glossary and diagrams and illustrations. The history and art of golf are revealed here. It is a great gift for golf enthusiasts everywhere!The book is handsomely got up, it is written with concise vigour and fullness of knowledge.. [it] ought to be in the hands of every golfer and on the table of every golf club. - GOLF MAGAZINE
...solid and reliable... practically every book on golf since his time has copied his basic format. After over a century it can still be read with profit by today's golfer. - PAUL LAWRIE
Willie Park was the epitome of the Victorian entrepreneur. Besides being the champion golfer of his time, he took the game of golf to the world in a number of ways. He participated in challenge matches and demonstrations in Britain, Western Europe and North America, and designed, made and sold both clubs and balls in the main cities of Britain and North America. By laying out over 160 golf courses, Willie Park Junior made the game popular in Britain, Western Europe and North America. Always on the move, he wore himself out by continually making his presence felt in two continents and died in 1925 at the age of 61.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781905222650 |
| ISBN 10 | 1905222653 |
| Title | The Game of Golf |
| Author | Willie Park Junior |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Luath Press Ltd |
| Year published | 2006-12-01 |
| Number of pages | 224 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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