Discover the life of Tom Morris, a golfing legend of St Andrews, told with warmth, memory, and detail.
This biography chronicles the remarkable life of Tom Morris, famed as a master of the links and a central figure in golf’s early history. It blends personal recollection with the stories of his peers, rivals, and the storied courses around St Andrews.
Readers will glimpse his Open Championship victories, memorable matches, and the enduring friendships that shaped the game. The book also captures the culture of 19th‑century golf, the evolving links, and the communities that celebrated Morris and his era.
Ideal for readers of golf history and fans of St Andrews lore, this edition brings a cherished figure to life for a modern audience.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of Tom Morris, one of the most celebrated golfers of the 19th century, and his life in St Andrews, the ââ Å"home of golf.ââ  The author takes us back to the St Andrews of the 1850s, a time when golf was very different. We meet Allan Robertson, Tomââ â¢s predecessor, who was a legendary golfer and ball-maker. The book explores the early days of the game, before the advent of the gutta-percha ball and the proliferation of clubs. The author recounts the lives of other key figures of the era, and describes how the game was played, the clubs used, and the personalities who made St Andrews the center of the golfing world. Throughout the book, the author uses vivid anecdotes and descriptions, providing fascinating insights into the evolution of golf and the social history of St Andrews. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of golf, especially those who want to understand the origins of the game's modern 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 9781333745509_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-9781333745509
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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-9781333745509
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Vendeur : AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Allemagne
Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333745509
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