Excerpt from How to Play Golf
Peculiarly its own, and in no respect is its distinctiveness more marked than in the circumstance that it allows its devotees practically a free hand in the choice of the implements, the ball, and the extent and general characteristics of the playing ground. Golf, then, is apt to alter considerably as the seasons come and go. It is a game in which the senti ment of liberty holds sway. In point of fact, it has changed a great deal during recent years, and for that reason I offer no apology for. Appearing a second time as the author of a book of instruction on a subject which I have made my life-study. My first was The Complete Golfer, which is still popular. The present.
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Golf, then, is apt to alter considerably as the seasons come and go. It is a game in which the sentiment of liberty holds sway. In point of fact, it has changed a great deal during recent years, and for that reason I offer no apology for appearing a second time as the author of a book of instruction on a subject which I have made my life-study. My first wasT he Complete Golfer, which is still popular.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the heart of golf during a transformative era, exploring the profound impact of the rubber-cored ball on the game's strategies and playing style. The author, a renowned golf professional and keen observer of the sport's evolution, reflects on the shift from the gutta-percha ball and how it has influenced shot execution, course design, and the overall approach to playing. With a focus on the increasing prevalence of the "pull" shot and the decline of the long carry, the author analyzes the consequences for both amateur and professional golfers. He advocates for course architecture that encourages a return to the classic principles of the game, emphasizing the importance of strategic shot selection and skillful execution. Through vivid descriptions and insightful analysis, this book offers a compelling examination of golf's changing landscape. It sheds light on the challenges and opportunities presented by the modern game, providing valuable insights for golfers seeking to adapt and excel in the era of the rubber-cored ball. 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 9781330436714_0
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