Light, flirtatious verse about love, sport, and the sport of golf.
This late‑19th‑century poetry collection playfully mingles romance with the quirks of the links, offering witty glimpses of courtships, competitions, and social fancy on the golf course.
With a buoyant voice and quaint charm, the poems turn witty observations of players, fans, and fair companions into entertaining verse. The book includes period illustrations that complement the brisk, jaunty mood of the verses, inviting readers to savor a bygone era of sport and style.
Ideal for readers who enjoy witty, brisk poetry with a nostalgic, sportive flair.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a charming and witty exploration of the burgeoning sport of golf at the turn of the 20th century. The author, with a keen eye for detail and a playful spirit, captures the joys and frustrations of the game, weaving together humorous anecdotes, insightful observations, and romantic tales of love on the links. The book's lyrical prose and engaging characters transport the reader to a time when the world was just beginning to discover the pleasures of this uniquely challenging and rewarding game. The author's love of the game is evident in his celebration of its beauty, its ability to connect people from all walks of life, and its potential to inspire both passion and heartache. The book delves into the history of the sport, its origins in Scotland, and its newfound popularity in America, tracing the evolution of golf from a leisurely pastime for the wealthy to a pastime for everyone. It's a delightful read for anyone who enjoys the game, or who simply appreciates a well-written story that captures the spirit of a bygone era. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330140796_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330140796
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330140796
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)