Golf

by Greg Norman (Foreword by), John Andrisiani (Author), Butch Harmon (Author)

To build a complete game, start with a strong foundation.

by Ron Streck (Author)

Save Yourself a Sleeve of Balls!

The secret of playing better golf isn't a new driver, the latest putter, an updated swing, or even getting another lesson from your pro. All are important, but not nearly as critical to your success on the golf course as your mental frame of mind. In Focus Golf with the Milestone Man, Ron Streck gives you insight from his experience "in the ring." His battle-tested advice is geared to help everyone from the weekend golfer to the aspiring Tour player.

Learn from the man who is:

• The first player to win on all three U.S. major Tours: The PGA Tour, the Web.com Tour, and the PGA Champions Tour.
• A record holder for many years. Shooting the lowest two scores in back-to-back rounds, 63 and 62. San Antonio Texas Open, PGA Tour, 1978. Won tournament by one shot.
• A European Tour winner. Moroccan Open, 1983.
• A U.S.A. Tour winner. The Azalia Golf Classic, 1977.
• The first player to play with Metal Woods on the PGA Tour. The Tournament of Champions, 1979.
• The first player to win with Metal Woods on the PGA Tour. The Michelob Houston Open, 1981.
• The first player to win a golf tournament using clubs, putter through driver, manufactured in the same year from the same company, Adams Golf. Nike Yuma Open, Web.com Tour, 1993.
• A consistent winner in four different decades.

"For as long as I've known Ron, I've always been envious of his tenacity and ability to score. Ron's book, Focus Golf with the Milestone Man, helps to explain the most important aspects of golf's most valuable intangible...attitude! Simple, easy to understand, and applicable to every golfer who loves this game." --Peter Jacobsen. PGA Tour Player, NBC Golf.

"The first time I met Ron he told me he was going to play the PGA Tour. He had confidence like no one I had ever seen. Not only did he play the PGA Tour but he won on every Tour he played on. His book, Focus Golf with the Milestone Man, will help any golfer gain the insight on how to get the most out of their ability. Great book!" --Hank Haney. Famed Golf Instructor.

by Bill Geist (Author)

The bestselling author of Little League Confidential goes on a hilarious investigative excursion to find out what's behind America's growing obsession with golf. /DIV>

Author Biography

Bill Geist is the New York Times bestselling author of nine books, including City Slickers, Little League Confidential, The Big Five-Oh, Fore! Play!, and Way Off the Road. Geist has won numerous Emmys and in 2011 was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for the hundreds of "singular, informative, entertaining" pieces he has done since joining CBS in 1987. He was awarded the Bronze Star for his service as a combat photographer in Vietnam in 1969. In 2018 he retired from CBS having battled Parkinson's disease for twenty-five years. Geist lives in Riverside, Connecticut, with his wife, Jody. They have two children, Willie and Libby, and four grandchildren.

by Team at Golfwell (Author)

Looking for the perfect gift for the golfer who has everything?

Whether it's a birthday, Father's Day, a holiday, or just because, you've found it.

This entertaining, laugh-out-loud collection is packed with hilarious adult golf jokes, fascinating true golf stories, witty quotes, and unforgettable moments from the PGA Tour. From Tiger Woods to legendary blunders on the green, this book delivers the kind of golf humor and history that will leave every golfer smiling, nodding, and flipping the pages for more.

True Golf Stories - Unbelievable and inspiring tales from the PGA Tour and beyond, including Tiger Woods and other legends.

• Hilarious Adult Golf Jokes - A fun mix of smart, cheeky, and clean-enough-for-the-clubhouse humor.
• Witty Golf Quotes - Thought-provoking and funny sayings about golf, life, and everything in between.
• Great for Sharing - Read aloud with friends at the 19th hole or on the golf cart for an instant laugh.

This isn't just a book-it's an experience every golfer will enjoy again and again.
Whether he keeps it by his recliner, takes it on trips, or pulls it out during a rain delay, this book is sure to entertain.

✔️ A unique and fun gift for golfers of all skill levels
✔️ Perfect for men and women who love golf, stories, and a good laugh
✔️ Makes any golf outing, clubhouse gathering, or quiet evening more fun

Get your copy today and bring joy to the golfer in your life. Because the most memorable gifts are the funny ones!

Author Biography

In the words of Arthur Daley, "Golf is like a love affair. If you don't take it seriously, it's no fun; if you take it seriously, it will break your heart." We along with thousands of others who socially and for business play golf, believe taking golf too seriously may lead to disaster on the course as well as business relationships. Having the right story to tell or the right joke for an uncomfortable situation is important. The Team at Golfwell couldn't find any great golf stories or jokes like the kind golfers actually tell on the course. So, we create golf books with humorous stories and original jokes. We are Kiwis in New Zealand and have traveled some of this world and the golf courses in it. From our experiences, we believe, as e.e. cummings' wrote, "The most wasted of all days, is the one without laughter." We love humor. When we reflect on the happiest times in our lives, it's usually been times of great laughter and friendship. We always try to enjoy golf and life and the company of the good people in this world. We hope you enjoy the writings of our team and our various publications and articles. Have some laughs and read the great reviews inside the first few pages of this book!

by Ian Macmilllan (Editor), Greg M. Lavern (Author)

Finish to the Sky brings the special golf relationship between Moe Norman and Greg Lavern to life.This allows the reader to join us while Moe developed my golf swing to his own likeness Moe Norman style. My book has made possible the proper direction from set-up to finish based on the true Moe Norman golf swing Moe won all his tournaments with which he passed on to myself. I have included Moe Norman's Final Secrets. There are three secrets in the book that we both held close to us for many years. The outstanding swing sequences of a dynamic Moe in 1963 and 1964 make these final secrets clear and straight forward. Every golfer can take something positive from this book and incorporate into your own natural golf swing. When you do the right things you will learn to flow and move like we do. Finish to the Sky will electrify your old golf shots into pin point accurate one's. Now you will have the same secrets the straightest ball striker in the world believed in for the purist results.

Author Biography

In 1974 my close relationship with Moe Norman came to life through an introduction from Lawson Mitchell. From my confidential student relationship with Moe it could be said that I became known as the best kept secret in golf with world class knowledge. I had spent more time with Moe Norman learning the golf swing than anyone else in the world. Moe Norman was the finest ball striker to play the game of golf. Together we would Finish to Sky.

by Gary Player (Author)

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

by Paul K. Woods Ph. D. (Author), John E. Ward (Author)

Today's golfing instruction bombards you with an endless list of swing mechanics to mentally control during a swing of less than two seconds. Experience the Feel of Simple Golf builds on the integrative methods of Percy Boomer, named the #1 all-time swing guru by Sports Illustrated, and teaches you his paradigm-shifting and simpler method of using the same lower body-powered swing movement to drive, chip, and putt.

Replacing the hundreds of standalone swing mechanics with five integrated fundamentals, this modern day approach to the old-school style swing helps beginner, intermediate, advanced golfers and golf instructors pinpoint the keys to better golf.

Presented in three parts, Part I shows how to learn the golf swing through feel in one four-hour lesson. Part II digs into the five fundamentals. Part III is a reference manual covering the short game, putting, and a seven-step self-guided troubleshooting process to fix a faulty swing. Read only those chapters that fit your skill level and needs.

An incredible follow-up to Boomer's 1946 classic, On Learning Golf, this innovative instructional by John Ward and Paul Woods revives the classic swing methods of great golfers like Nicklaus and Hogan.

Author Biography

John E. Ward is a professional golf instructor with more than forty years in the business. He's coached nearly ten thousand golfers, including professionals competing on both mini and major tours. He played in the 2009 US Senior Open at Crooked Stick in Carmel, Indiana, and finished as an alternate in the qualifying for the 2013 US Senior Open. Ward lives in Denver, Colorado, and can be reached at www.JohnWardGolf.com.

Paul K. Woods, PhD, a student of Ward's, is an industrial-organizational psychologist with over thirty years' experience in education, university administration, human development, corporate employee training, and management consulting. Pairing his expertise in analyzing, improving, and assessing organizational performance with Ward's golfing proficiency and years of coaching, he has coauthored the invaluable guide Experience the Feel of Simple Golf, founded on the enduring fundamentals of World Golf Teacher's Hall of Fame member Percy Boomer. Dr. Woods lives in Aurora, Colorado.

by Deanna L. Bremer (Author), Hugh P. Fisher (Author)

Euclid Golf Neighborhood reveals in vintage images the excellent planning and history of one of the finest neighborhoods in the country. Euclid Golf was built on land owned by John D. Rockefeller, who lent it to the Euclid Club for its golf course. Developer Barton R. Deming employed Garden City principles and deed restrictions to entice the elite of Cleveland, while architects Howell and Thomas, Charles Schneider, and others designed splendid houses in the revival styles that defined gracious living. As prominent Clevelanders made their homes in Euclid Golf, Fairmount Boulevard became known as "The Euclid Avenue of the Heights."

by P. G. Wodehouse (Author)

P.G. Wodehouse often said that he wished he'd spent more time playing golf and less "fooling about writing stories and things." Happily, the prolific and beloved satirist often took his pen to the green. Here, Wodehouse expert D.R. Bensen has collected a dozen pieces to delight golfers and those who know them -- even those who have never basked in the ecstasy of a perfect putt.

by Judy Corcoran (Author)

Fred Corcoran was golf's first promoter, business manager, press agent and international tournament director. In 1936, a year before he became the tournament manager of the PGA, there were 22 tournaments nationwide. By the time he left in 1947, there were 45 tournaments and the purse had increased 300%. Fred Corcoran loved a good show and could put one on. He was probably the most complex and fascinating personality in the history of the game, and he might have been the richest had others seen the future as he did.With Sam Snead, Ted Williams, Tony Lema, Gene Sarazen, Walter Hagen, Babe Zaharias, Bing Crosby, Ty Cobb, Babe Ruth, Ben Hogan, Ken Venturi, Jack Sharkey, Stan Musial and Peter Gogolak as his friends and clients, Fred Corcoran put golf on the map and told a million stories about it.

Author Biography

Judy Corcoran is Fred Corcoran's daughter. She is a freelance writer living in New York City and the Creative Director of MagazineMarketers.com. Her other books include: Joint Custody with a Jerk: Raising a Child with an Uncooperative Ex, Volleyball: Playing with Your Head at Any Height, and The Concise Guide to Magazine Marketing: Tips, Tools and Best Practices.

by R. Tirador (Author)

Every Golf Pro is an expert in teaching the game of golf. This book will not help you to play better golf, it simply will help you enjoy the game more providing tips on what to wear, the right equipment, on slow play, the weather, gambling and the authors favorite 18 golf courses.

by Kyle Rodgers (Author)

"EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO MASTER THE COURSE! Course Management provides insight and wisdom on how to excel in life. Using golf analogies and anecdotes, Kyle Rodgers takes you through the strategies and values needed in order to manage the nuances of the golf course and the complexities of daily life. Each chapter contains interesting facts and stories about famous golfers and simple steps you can take as you seek to become a leader in your sphere of influence. Through COURSE MANAGEMENT your love and knowledge of golf will help you see your life and potential in dynamic new ways."

by Jack Eason Rowe (Author)

Golf is 90% mental. Dr. Rowe combines research-based sport psychology with the new breakthrough technology of EFT to master the 90%. Join the many golfers who are quietly using these new procedures to take their game to the next level.

by Catherine M. Lewis (Author)

"Golf . . . is a sport in which the whole American family can participate--fathers and mothers, sons and daughters alike. It offers healthy respite from daily toil, refreshment of body and mind."
--President Dwight D. Eisenhower

On January 24, 1953, four days after his inauguration, the New York Times reported that President Dwight D. Eisenhower had been spotted on the White House lawn practicing his short irons in the direction of the Washington Monument. This image of "The Golfing General" was one that the American public quickly became accustomed to, as Eisenhower is said to have played nearly 800 rounds during the course of his two-term presidency. He befriended the game's most beloved players, including Arnold Palmer, Ben Hogan, and Byron Nelson, and was the subject of hundreds of golf jokes and cartoons.

The public's awareness of Eisenhower's obsession with golf led directly to the sport's mid-century surge in popularity. In Don't Ask What I Shot, noted historian Catherine M. Lewis offers a unique alternate portrait of Ike and this watershed period in American history.

"Any time you have a person in the position of President Eisenhower, who was so enthusiastic about golf and had the press paying attention to his many excursions on the golf course, it was going to make people aware of the game and how much he enjoyed playing it."
--Arnold Palmer

"Don't Ask What I Shot is a fascinating examination of one of golf's pivotal decades, and the remarkable president who did more to popularize the game than any other in history."
-Mark Frost, award-winning author of Grand Slam and The Greatest Game Ever Played

"Whatever remained to be done to remove the last traces of the average man's carefully nurtured prejudice against a game originally linked with the wealthy and aloof was done by President Eisenhower."
--Herbert Warren Wind, renowned golf writer

Author Biography

Catherine M. Lewis is an associate professor of history at Kennesaw State University and a curator and special projects coordinator at the Atlanta History Center. She has curated more than thirty exhibitions and has authored or coauthored six books. She holds a B.A. in English and History from Emory University and an M.A. and Ph.D. in American Studies from the University of Iowa.

by Joe Machnak (Author)

This 5x8 disc golf scorebook with 100 scorecards is small enough to fit in your bag. Each scorecard has space for 4 players to play an 18 hole course. Unlike traditional golf courses, many disc golf courses do not provide scorecards. This book makes a great gift idea and is the perfect accessory to any disc golf set.

by Century Company (Created by)

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This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

by Chris Thomas (Author), Zoe Mellors (Illustrator)

A story every golfing dad will enjoy! Laugh along as Dad and friends experience the ups and downs of Dad's favorite, but frustrating, weekend activity. No matter your handicap, Dad Goes Golfing will bring a smile to the face of every golfer!

by Endar Novianto (Illustrator), David Perry (Author)

This is a children's book about a daughter going out and playing disc golf with her dad and the frustrations and joys of a round of disc golf. She has setbacks and successes, while managing to have a blast the entire time!

by Jayne Storey (Author)

"Golf is a game that's deceptively simple and endlessly complicated." These words, spoken by the late, great Arnold Palmer, are as true today as they always were. In fact, golf has become even more complicated in the modern era with so many variations on technique and differences of opinion among teaching professionals as to what constitutes the perfect swing. Connected Golf offers a different approach: one that is simple, proven and trusted by hundreds of players who've been frustrated at their inability to improve, despite all the latest innovations and technology. This book takes you back in time to the origins of the Eastern practices, which have long been known to bring mind and body into a seamless whole, and applies them specifically to the game. It offers an alternative to steering the body into certain positions by helping you develop fundamental movement skills, raising your enjoyment and performance levels.

by Chris Noreika (Photographer), Patrick D. McCormick (Author)

Zen & The Art of Disc Golf author Patrick McCormick returns to tackle the game's physical tactics and strategy. Strategy & Tactics begins with everything you ever need to know about discs: types, stability, ratings, and weight. McCormick then takes an in-depth look at each throwing tactic and when to use each to improve your round: sunshine, wind, or rain. Finally, McCormick reveals keys to disc golf strategy from the course level down to strategizing each shot.In this book, you will learn: -Why different types of discs exist.-The science of disc stability.-How disc weight affects throwing distance-Tips and tricks for backhands, forehands, rollers, and more!-How to throw in different wind conditions.-The difference between training, practice, and play.-Many field, accuracy, and putting drills to prepare you for victory.-Many disc golf challenge ideas to keep your friendly rounds interesting-How to use the gym to improve your game.-Mental tools and tricks to get out of your own head when playing competitively.-Learning the course, competition, and yourself to aid in determining course strategy.

by Janina Spruza (Author)

Descubre el juego de golf que han jugado millones de personas alrededor el mundo durante más de 500 años! Os espera la historia del juego, una excursión por el campo de golf, hechos y eventos interesantes, términos y reglas básicas. Familiarízate con los resultados del juego y con los palos de golf, y disfruta de una bonificación adicional - un libro para colorear que os dará la oportunidad de presentaros como un verdadero golfista. Y esto será deslumbrante y pintoresco! Porque el golf es genial!

by James y. Bartlett (Author)

Hacker is back with another exciting golf mystery! This time, he's in St. Andrews covering the British Open for the readers of his Boston newspaper, and his pretty girlfriend Mary Jane is along for all the fun. But there's trouble afoot in the Auld Grey Toon: a golf official is murdered and dropped into the Bottle Dungeon of the Castle. Prime suspect: a flamboyant and celebrity-like American resort developer. But there are also gangs of Russian thugs all over town, some chasing Hacker's friend and longtime St. Andrews caddie Johnnie Swift; others working for the Marquis Cheape of Wormwood, the local aristocrat who actually owns the land beneath the famed Old Course. And there's a University professor who wants to outlaw the game of golf, and is intent on disrupting the tournament itself. Hacker has to wade through all the minefields while still trying to cover the golf tournament, and, as usual, the ending comes as an explosive surprise!

"Bartlett has hit his stride with this one--the best Hacker adventure yet!" --Providence Journal

by Chris Bawden (Author)

You want to become a better disc golfer. You have taken advice from friends, watched videos online, and maybe even signed up for a clinic or two. Now is the time to take the next step that will propel you ahead of the competition.That next step is data. Data beyond the number of birdies you made or the distance you throw. This data measures some of the most important pieces of your disc golf game. You will learn what data to consider and how to use that data to become a better disc golfer.
This book will introduce you to a new set of disc golf metrics, beyond what exist today, crafted specifically for disc golf. These metrics are organized into goal-oriented sections to help you identify areas of your game that need work and then target those areas with data to help you to improve. You may even learn a few things around building out a better bag! This Disc Golf Data book focuses on tactical areas of your game, but it also includes some data that can help shape your strategy or how you approach holes.The disc golf data revolution has begun; you are leading the charge.

by Gene Breaznell (Author)

Golf-loving detective probes murder on a country club golf course, in a novel Nelson DeMille calls "a hole in one."

by Johnson &. Hunter (Created by)

Frustrated with trying to keep up with your user names, passwords and login information? Always having to request your information ... and then wait for it to arrive? Wait no longer! With over 500 entries available, this attractive organizer provides plenty of room to keep up with all of your login information. Order your Day Surfer Login Organizer today! Better yet, order one for yourself and buy one as a gift. It will be one of the most appreciated gifts you give.

by Jack White (Author)

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

by La'wana Harris (Author)

Are you looking for fun and wholesome books for your children? Are you looking for ways to keep children engaged and excited while learning valuable life lessons?

Come along with Eddie as he explores some of his favorite places and things in Village Cove!

Readers will enjoy exploring Village Cove while learning ways to be friendly. Being friendly is a choice and Eddie helps readers make good decisions as they go about their daily adventures.

SPECIAL BONUS FOR READERS!

With this book, you'll also receive downloadable PDF worksheets to practice being friendly. Visit jadenisrael.com to download your free worksheets.

"Eddie The Friendly Golf Cart" is the next book in the Jaden Israel series, created to promote wholesome values and a love for learning for the next generation.

Look for future Jaden Israel books online and in bookstores!

by La'wana Harris (Author)

Are you looking for fun and wholesome books for your children? Are you looking for ways to keep children engaged and excited while learning valuable life lessons?

Come along with Eddie as he explores some of his favorite places and things in Village Cove!

Readers will enjoy exploring Village Cove while learning ways to be friendly. Being friendly is a choice and Eddie helps readers make good decisions as they go about their daily adventures.

SPECIAL BONUS FOR READERS!

With this book, you'll also receive downloadable PDF worksheets to practice being friendly. Visit jadenisrael.com to download your free worksheets.

"Eddie The Friendly Golf Cart" is the next book in the Jaden Israel series, created to promote wholesome values and a love for learning for the next generation.

Look for future Jaden Israel books online and in bookstores!

by Eric Armstrong (Author)

A REVOLUTIONARY NEW APPROACH to reading greens and making putts.

Everything you need to know to become a GREAT putter. Learn how to read greens, anticipate breaks, and evaluate putts, plus tips for choosing your putting strategy.

Comprehensive Keys to the Green shows you how to get the right feedback from a chip or putt, so you can determine if the line was off, or the speed was off (or both), and, if so, by precisely how much -- critical information for your putting success.

Best of all, your first chip or putt will give you all the information you need for the next. With that information, you'll be well on your way to lower scores.

The PERFECT COMPLEMENT to the AIMPOINT System

That system tells you how to predict the amount of break and pick a point of aim. It does a great job, too. In fact, it was one of the original inspirations for the "Keys to the Green" system.

But once you predict the putt, you have to make the putt. After a miss, which generally happens the first time, you need to determine if your prediction was off, or your execution.

Was your putt too fast or too slow (execution)? Was it too high, or too low (prediction)? Or was it a combination of factors (it generally is), and if so, by how much of each?

The Keys to the Green system is the perfect way to tell if your green-speed estimate or finger-alignment was off, giving you an inaccurate read, or whether you had the wrong speed. That feedback helps you can make the right adjustment for your next putt.

And More!

The book also covers putting mechanics, and the entire putting process from initial read to final stroke evaluation. It shows you how to anticipate which way the ball will break as it encounters different slopes (a few of which are decidedly non-intuitive!). It also includes bonus material to help you set up a practice program.

Comprehensive Keys to the Green is a clearly-written, easy-to-follow guide that will have you mastering the greens in no time. Use this manual to save multiple strokes per round, in the easiest part of the game!

(The Kindle version has color diagrams and live links.)

by John Laing Low (Author), Harold H. Hilton (Other)

Concerning Golf is a book written by John Laing Low in 1903. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the game of golf, covering everything from the history of the sport to the various techniques and strategies used by players. The author draws upon his own experiences as a golfer to offer insights and advice on how to improve one's game. The book is structured in a clear and concise manner, with chapters dedicated to topics such as the golf swing, putting, and course management. In addition to practical advice, the book also includes anecdotes and stories about famous golfers and their achievements. Overall, Concerning Golf is a must-read for anyone who wants to improve their golf skills or simply learn more about this beloved sport.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

by Jeff Shavitz (Author)

Are you ready to drive incremental revenue to your golf course? To help serve as your business coach, Jeff Shavitz, Chief Golf Officer of Clickit Golf, Inc., shares 140 thoughts to help increase your top line sales and profitability.

Business is business whether you are running a golf course or any other type of company. Driving Incremental Golf Course Revenue shares principles that are relevant for all business owners--but of course, this book has concepts specific for the golf executive.

Jeff, a serial entrepreneur, business executive, and Amazon bestselling author of Size Doesn't Matter--Why Small Business Is BIG Business, continues his wisdom in Driving Incremental Golf Course Revenue by sharing his personal and professional experiences, observations, challenges, and rewards in operating various business ventures throughout his career.

It is Jeff's intention that this book will be your coach and confidant as you reflect upon your own journey and continue to grow your golf course facility. Learn from Jeff, relate to him, feel for him, and laugh with and at him as you enjoy and benefit from his experiences.

Driving Incremental Golf Course Revenue is part of the THiNKaha series, whose slim and handy books contain 140 well-thought-out AHAmessages. Increase your online influence by picking up AHAthat, and easily share quotes from this book on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Google+.

by Robert Keim Swisher (Author)

Ever since the first tortured soul attempted to hit a small ball with a crooked stick and hit the ball straight golfers have driven themselves half insane wondering if the Golf God is real. Wonder no more you poor souls obsessed with the agonizing game of golf. THE GOLF GOD IS REAL! The Golf God appeared to a devastated Shanks in the bar of the Fleece Muni after Shanks had choked an 18 inch putt to lose a bet. The Golf God informed Shanks he had been chosen to be the Golf Gods disciple. Why have I been chosen?" Shanks asked in utter bewilderment. "Because you are the worst putter I have ever seen and to continue to play the game you have to be consumed with unquestionable devotion," answered the Golf God righteously. The Golf God also informed Shanks he would be blessed to write the Golf Gods' legacy. In between beer, cigarettes, and pizza the Golf God told Shanks the real history of golf, made clear what golf terms really mean, explained why we play the game, gave a few tips about putting, driving, and chipping, and revealed secrets on how to improve your game without spending thousands of dollars on golf lessons. Shanks also shared several stories about real life golfers - the kind who take your hard earned cash and lie about their handicaps. Grab a slice of pizza, have a beer, then sit back and enjoy the conversations between Shanks and the Golf God. (Side note: The Golf God is overjoyed when you play golf on Sunday and is not affiliated with any organized religion.)

by Dan Courtney (Contribution by), Xichao Mo (Author)

This book was featured on Golf Channel and recommended by America's top 10 golf instructor. It will revolutionize the way you see and learn the golf swing! Did it ever occur to you that a swing plane doesn't even exist? Do you know that Mr. Ben Hogan didn't swing on the plane he wrote about? Can you imagine that the swing plane you have in mind may be the cause of your slice or shank? In an effort to clarify the misconceptions on the seemingly simple swing plane, this book reveals the truth and fundamentals hidden behind. Here is the shocking truth: there is no backswing or downswing plane in a conventional full swing, there is only the striking plane. The book introduces the Striking Plane Swing Model, which has been extracted from the swings of numerous great ball strikers in history. The model defines the essence of the swing and the proper sequence of club movement, and is based on the laws of classical mechanics and the knowledge of human anatomy. This book will show you why and how many of existing swing plane theories are flawed. A simple but accurate swing analysis method is also introduced and can be used to analyze your swings and pinpoint your issues. Golfers of all levels can benefit from the concepts discussed in this book and will be able to look at the golf swing from a brand new perspective. Knowing the true swing plane fundamentals, an amateur will be able to better understand and diagnose his swing issues; an advanced player will be able to own his swing by creating a swing style that suits him the best.

by John Groshell (Author)

"If you don't get some laughs from this book, you might want to become a mortician." - Johnny G.
John Groshell loved sports, dogs and making people laugh. But if you think you've had challenges, you should see all that was thrown at him. For starters, on Father's Day after John's high school graduation, his family went "Kaboom!" with his father's shotgun blast.
Never liking school much, John nonetheless became a teacher and taught for five years. Many of the students he taught and coached said he should be a comedian or have a talk show on TV. John was especially effective with those labeled as misfits or hard-to-teach.
Loving sports, John became a golf pro and worked his way to PGA membership which took two PGA schools and passing a playing test. Within a year he bought 20 per cent of a riverside golf course and 20 years later, he owned 100 per cent. With amazing help from its members, the course has survived five devastating floods.
This book includes the best of John's wacky adventures, crazy bets, failures and successes. John Groshell has pretty much pushed the envelope throughout his life. Let the tears and laughter begin...

by Holworthy Hall (Author)

Dormie One: And Other Golf Stories is a collection of short stories written by Holworthy Hall and published in 1917. The book revolves around the sport of golf and its various aspects, including the players, the courses, the equipment, and the culture surrounding it. The title story, Dormie One, is about a young golfer who is facing a crucial match against a seasoned opponent. The story captures the tension and drama of the game, as well as the mental and emotional challenges faced by the players. Other stories in the book include The Caddie, The Nineteenth Hole, and The Longest Drive, each exploring different aspects of the golfing world.The book is written in a lively and engaging style, with vivid descriptions of the golf courses and the players' experiences. It also provides insights into the social and cultural context of golf in the early 20th century, including the role of women in the sport and the class distinctions that existed among golfers.Overall, Dormie One: And Other Golf Stories is a classic work of golf literature that will appeal to fans of the sport and anyone interested in the history and culture of golf.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

by Frank Thomas (Author), Valerie Melvin (Author)

Dear Frank... Frank Thomas is the world's leading expert on golf equipment. As a design engineer at Shakespeare Sporting Goods in the 1960s and '70s, he invented the graphite shaft, a piece of technology found in the bag of nearly every golfer today. As Technical Director of the United States Golf Association, he issued thousands upon thousands of rulings on equipment, literally writing the rules that govern the implements of the game. Following on the success of "Just Hit It," Thomas's new book "Dear Frank..." is an enjoyable, informative collection of 100 question and answers about golf equipment, compiled from Thomas's popular on-line column, which receives tens of thousands of visits from regular golfers every week. Do regular golfers really play with the same clubs as the pros? Do knockoffs work as well as the more expensive brand names? What's the truth about titanium and distance? Can a driver lose its pop over time? Are blades or cavity-backed irons longer? Does cold weather affect golf clubs? Does plumb-bobbing really work? Are expensive and custom-tweaked shafts worth the money? Can you clean golf balls in the dishwasher? The answers to these and more are here, in clear and concise language that takes complex technical subjects and makes them understandable to everyone. "Dear Frank..." delivers honest evaluations in an informal, friendly, practical manner, cutting through the hype of golf equipment marketing. Thomas educates and entertains, delivering his customary sterling advice to golfers in need. He knows what works and what doesn't, what's worth buying and what's not worth worrying about. He also knows how you can get the technology you need at a price you're willing to pay - advice that will save the reader far more than the cost of the book itself. The technical expertise and personal communication in "Dear Frank..." provide a practical source of information that will help all golfers select the right equipment and lower their handicaps while saving them some scratch.

by David Rynecki (Author)

No matter how sophisticated the tools become-the e-mails and teleconferencing, the BlackBerries and PowerPoints-golf remains the true communications hub of American business

by Steve G. Pease (Author)

Have you thought about trying Disc Golf?Do you play now and want to get better?I got a great story sent to me a couple years ago. A player who was fairly new went out to play a round with his dad, there was a reporter and a photographer at the course from the local paper. He asked if you could take a couple pictures for a story they were doing on disc golf, the guy said sure. The photographer got into position about 50 feet up the edge of the fairway, the guy let loose with his drive and hit the photographer square in the chest with his driver.Very embarrassing, and funny now, but no one wants to do that. I love this story because it shows exactly why everyone wants to get better. I have put together things that I have learned over the past 30 years of playing disc golf that will save you time and frustration when you are starting out, and help you to improve your game if you have been playing for a while. Disc golf is one of the fastest growing sports in the world. One of the main reasons for it's popularity is that disc golf can be played by players of almost any age and ability.This book is for the beginner to the advanced player. It starts from not now knowing how to play at all, and takes you through how to improve, and keep improving the longer you play. If you haven't played disc golf, you need to play, if you have, you know why it's growing so much in popularity. Get this book and learn how to play, and learn how to play better.The techniques and tips are things that seasoned players know, but it never hurts to keep them in your mind when you are going to play. If you're new or just starting out, these tips could save you time and frustration by not having to lean all by trial and error Do you want to exercise while having fun?Disc golf is great exercise, you can get a good workout from playing a round or two of disc golf, it's a couple miles of walking and throwing, and it's the most fun way there is to exercise. Download this book and learn about one of the best sports there is.

by Jeffrey D. Brauer Asgca (Author)

The relationship golfers have to the courses they play is unique. Perhaps that's why you often hear players speak about their "home golf course." As a result, everyone affiliated with a golf facility - player, superintendent, manager, green committee member, owner - has strong feelings about the design and golf course architecture. This book provides information for those making decisions about golf facilities. Hopefully, those decisions lead to greater success for the facility and more people playing golf more often and enjoying it more.As someone with a voice in determining how and when to update, renovate or redesign your golf course, what questions should you be asking? Whether a Green Committee member, Superintendent or course Manager, having helpful information is a first step to a finished product that is more playable and profitable. That's where this book comes in.The chapters are intentionally brief for ease of reading and retention. The information provided here comes from men and women with great experience and passion for the game. Our hope is to help golf facilities succeed, and in the process welcome more people to the game.

by John Laing Low (Author)

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by Paul D. Sachs (Author), Richard T. Luff (Author)

Ecological Golf Course Management is the most comprehensive work ever done on ecological turf management. It's a must-have for any golf course superintendent, sports field manager, or turf professional interested in reducing or eliminating chemical pesticide use.

Ecological Golf Course Management focuses on managing the health and welfare of all soil organisms from a single-celled bacterium to fully developed turf plants and connects the reader to the important and relevant interactions between them. It points out ways to exploit natural plant defense systems that have been largely ignored and to engage many of the powerful allies that live above and below ground.

Ecological Golf Course Management explores in detail the many aspects of:
* Biological and botanical pest control
* Plant stress management
* Compost production and use
* Natural disease suppressants
* Biological fertility management
* Soil, leaf tissue, and water analysis
* The ecological impact of conventional pesticides and cultural practices

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Ecological Golf Course Management is the most comprehensive work ever done on ecological turf management. It's a must-have for any golf course superintendent, sports field manager, or turf professional interested in reducing or eliminating chemical pesticide use.

Ecological Golf Course Management focuses on managing the health and welfare of all soil organisms from a single-celled bacterium to fully developed turf plants and connects the reader to the important and relevant interactions between them. It points out ways to exploit natural plant defense systems that have been largely ignored and to engage many of the powerful allies that live above and below ground.

Ecological Golf Course Management explores in detail the many aspects of:

• Biological and botanical pest control
• Plant stress management
• Compost production and use
• Natural disease suppressants
• Biological fertility management
• Soil, leaf tissue, and water analysis
• The ecological impact of conventional pesticides and cultural practices

Author Biography

Paul Sachs is the founder and owner of North Country Organics, a Bradford, Vermont based manufacturer and supplier of natural fertilizers, soil amendments, and environmentally compatible pest controls.
Paul has studied natural soil system dynamics for over 18 years and is considered one of the foremost authorities in the country on organic land care. He has written three books, hundreds of articles for trade journals, and speaks regularly at association conferences for professionals involved in both agriculture and horticulture. He has served as a member of the Technical Advisory Panel for the National Organics Standards Board of the United States Department of Agriculture. He also works as a consultant for a highly diversified group of clients. In 1993 he completed work on his first book entitled EDAPHOS: Dynamics of a Natural Soil System, in 1996 finished his second book, entitled Handbook of $uccessful Ecological Lawn Care, and in 1999 he completed a second edition of EDAPHOS: Dynamics of a Natural Soil System.

Richard Luff is former superintendent and presently general manager of the Sagamore Hampton Golf Club, a course that has been maintained ecologically since 1962. He is intimately familiar with ecological maintenance procedures on the golf course and has successfully controlled most turfgrass pests biologically, botanically, or with cultural practices. His familiarity with golf course construction and maintenance dates back three generations. His father, R. DeWitt Luff, introduced him to ecological maintenance procedures as an adolescent. Richard also is a consultant for other courses that are trying to reduce or eliminate pesticide.

by Gay Hendricks (Author)

What does your golf swing have to do with your success in business and life? Everything-if you know the three powerful secrets of Conscious Golf. While working with more than 1,000 executives over the past 30 years, best-selling author and noted executive coach Gay Hendricks discovered that the secrets of success in golf, business and life are one and the same. Conscious Golf reveals those practical secrets to you clearly and simply so that you can play better golf, be more successful in your work and enjoy a daily life free of stress. Conscious Golf shows you, step-by-step, how to put these life-changing secrets to work on the golf course and in the business world. Through vivid examples drawn from his consulting practice, Hendricks guides you through the process of applying this practical wisdom to the real-world challenges that confront you in the game of golf and the business of your life. Conscious Golf gives you three radically innovative insights into how golf and business actually work. When you understand the impact of those insights-and see how they affect every moment of your day-your golf game and your work life will skyrocket out of the ordinary and into a new zone of clarity, fulfillment and self-renewing forward momentum.

by Sidney Matthew (Author), Janice McDonald (Author)

East Lake Golf Club was heralded as "one of the finest in the United States" when its first holes were completed in 1907. Bobby Jones called East Lake his home course, as did Alexa Stirling, Watts Gunn, and Charlie Yates. It flourished in the early 1900s as the Atlanta Athletic Club's country club. However, as Atlanta's population shifted to the northern suburbs, East Lake suffered, and in the mid-1960s the AAC sold the property and moved to Johns Creek. In the 1990s, developer Tom Cousins stepped in to restore East Lake. Today, the historical East Lake Golf Club is again considered among the finest courses in the United States and is host to tournament play. The motto adopted at its rebirth rings true: "Golf with a Purpose."

by Kathleen Klawitter (Author)

Kathleen Klawitter knows the real meaning of resilience. It's evident in her courageous, yet captivating, journey from being a pioneering golf pro teaching the holistic approach in the early 90's, to sustaining a traumatic brain injury from a speeding golf ball, to discovering remarkable tools to awaken, deepen, and transform her life on every level.

With refreshing candor, Kathleen regales readers how she reprogrammed her brain using some very innovative methods. Even when faced with relearning how to read, write, and drive, she looked at life with optimism and found constant comfort in nature and Spirit. Her empowering tale illustrates the immense capacity of the human spirit and is for people who want to optimize the quality of their own lives.

by James W. Finegan (Author)

Every golfer dreams of making a pilgrimage to the British Isles, to play the exhilarating game to be found on the ground that links land and sea. Increasingly, golfers on this side of the Atlantic have discovered that some of the most magnificent courses in the world -- and some of the most beautiful countrysides -- are to be found in Scotland's near neighbor, Ireland.

Author Biography

James W. Finegan has made more than forty trips to the United Kingdom and Ireland since 1971, always with his golf clubs in tow. He has written extensively about the pleasures of links golf for Golf Magazine, Golf Journal, the Philadelphia Inquirer, and a variety of other publications. He lives in Villanova, Pennsylvani

by Ronald E. Sieck (Author), Mateo Cantu (Illustrator)

An extremely funny illustrated book about how Coyotes affect the game of golf for amateurs. It finally explains why things go so very badly for amateur golfers as they try to master the game. Why do they hit the ball perfectly on the driving range but so pathetically on the first tee. Or why they putt so well on the practice green but exhibit all the skills of a blacksmith on the course. The illustrated Coyotes "come to life" for the reader and showcase their mischievous personalities. The book challenges the golfer to play by the Coyote Rules of Golf (CRG) and thus obtain Lower Scores, Faster Play, and More Fun.

by Graham Johnston (Author), White Magic Studios (Cover Design by)

Earlsferry and Elie - A Scottish Golf Heritage tells the history of golf on the Fife coast from its early beginnings in the 18thCentury, through the lengthy litigation in the 19th Century with a local landowner and how the current golf course at Elie developed. Also how the various golf clubs associated with the village came and went and it catalogues the world renowned golf clubmakers and their pupils whose contribution led to the wide popularity of the current game and who pioneered the game especially in USA in the early 20th Century.

by Dave Stockton (Author), Al Barkow (With)

Winner of both the PGA Tour and the Champions Tour, Dave Stockton gives readers a guide to improving their game of golf with a focus on perfecting putting techniques.

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In Dave Stockton's Putt to Win, Stockton, one of the greatest putters of all time, shares the secrets he's learned throughout his career for mastering the "other" game of golf, the one played on the green. The leading money winner on the Senior PGA Tour in 1993 and 1994, Stockton explains the mechanics necessary for successful putting and the mental approach needed to accept your share of misses while holing at least your share of birdies. Beautifully illustrated to highlight various putting techniques and loaded with solid practice drills and short-game tips, Dave Stockton's Putt to Win helps you do just that. Stockton shows numerous ways to improve your putting and ultimately lower your score. Topics covered include how to develop a smooth, dependable, mistake-free stroke; how to stay focused throughout the stroke no matter how difficult the putt; how to read the green and judge the distance to the hole; how to make adjustments for the length, the speed, and the grain of the green; how to read the subtle features that can influence the roll of the ball; how to choose the proper putter; and much more. But most important, Dave Stockton is able to articulate and teach us how to develop feel - the crucial element that separates great putters from those who quake at the sight of a breaking four-footer.

Author Biography

Dave Stockton has long been recognized as one of the outstanding putters in the history of the game of golf. His eleven PGA Tour victories--including two Championships--and his eleven victories to date on the Senior Tour are testaments to his skill. When he is not touring, he lives in Mentone, California.

by Gerard Ecker (Author)

Know that one dad who treats the golf rule book more like a set of loose guidelines? Gift them the ultimate laugh with "Dad's Guide To Golf: Shoot 5, Yell Fore, Write 3" - the perfect tribute to the golf dads who've turned bending the rules into an art form.

Picture this: A book, through the eyes of a young kid, that dives into the ingenious, outrageous, and downright comical ways some dads enhance their game and shave off a few strokes. From endless mulligans to miraculous ball recoveries and those all too generous gimmes, this book is a tribute to every golf dad who thinks nobody is noticing their shenanigans.

With vivid illustrations and a witty story, "Dad's Guide To Golf: Shoot 5, Yell Fore, Write 3" is a hilarious journey through golfing antics you've definitely seen before. It's not about the score, but the laughs shared along the fairways and greens. This book is the perfect compilation of those moments that make you shake your head, laugh, and love the game even more.

Ready to share a hearty laugh with your golf-loving dad friend? Get them "Dad's Guide To Golf: Shoot 5, Yell Fore, Write 3" today! It's the ideal present for that special golfer in your life who treasures a good joke as much as a good swing. Perfect for any occasion, this book is sure to be a hit both on and off the course. Gift the joy of laughter and the unspoken bonds of golf - they'll remember it every time they "forget" a stroke!

by Christophe Thoreau (Author)

In 1971, Apollo 14 astronaut Alan Shepard used his 6-iron to tap a few golf balls on the Moon. This famous event did a lot for the image of a sport that had a reputation for being dull and conservative.

Location, location, location. There are many golf courses around the world -- 35,000 or more. And there are tens of millions of golfers, but a select group of golf courses that are outstanding examples of beautiful design, challenging layouts, and unforgettable settings.

Here are many of the world's best, 83 in all. There are courses in

• the British Isles, where golf was invented (St Andrews and Castle Stuart in Scotland, Lahinch in Ireland, Royal St George in England)
• Europe (France, Germany, Spain, Holland and Norway)
• the US (Brandon Dunes, Pebble Beach, PGA West and Augusta National)
• Canada (Banff Springs, Cabot Cliffs)
• Mexico
• and outstanding courses in Africa, the UAR, Japan, Thailand, China, Australia, New Zealand and South Korea.

Each course description is a beautiful, double-page spread (some are 4 pages), with a history of its design, construction and great rounds played; the highlights of playing there now, a locator map, length and par play, and green fees for the course -- because these are courses we dream of playing, not just looking at!

This is a very beautiful book, featuring photography that will thrill any golfer, and have them planning for more trips -- with clubs.

Author Biography

Christophe Thoreau is a freelance journalist and writes about sports, works for Radio Canada, Europe 1, and Tennis Magazine, and lives in Vancouver, British Columbia, a golfer's paradise