Now in a fully updated and expanded edition, this book presents detailed portraits of Ireland's greatest and lesser-known links. "Award-winning journalist Phinney and sports broadcaster Whitley have teamed up to create a golf-lover's dream book. Extensively researched, this guide details the history and creation of Ireland's renowned golf courses. Geographically arranged, each course includes information on its design, designers, unique features, green and hole characteristics, and notable golfers and tournaments. Pertinent information—location, green fee, address, and phone—is listed for each course. Brief listings of 100 additional, not so famous courses, the country's best 18 holes, tournaments for visitors, and helpful trip-planning tips follow the discussion of the famous links. Sure to be enjoyed by golfers everywhere." —Library Journal
Richard Phinney is an award-winning writer and documentary producer and a member of the Golf Writers Association of America. Scott Whitley is a Toronto-based lawyer and writer who has also worked as sports broadcaster on radio and TV. The two men have a shared love of golf and Ireland. Links of Heaven is the product of seven years first-hand research, spent on golf courses, clubhouses, B&Bs, hotels and bars throughout the length and breadth of the island.