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More imagesGolfer's Companion: The World of Golf and a Personal Record Book [VINTAGE 1997] [FIRST EDITION, FIRST PRINTING]
Hobbs, MIchael; Newell, Steve (additional text); Foston, Paul (additional text)
Language: English
Published by Hermes House, New York 1997
- Hardcover
- First Edition
Seller: Vero Beach Books, Vero Beach, FL, U.S.A.Vero Beach Books
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Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. 1st Edition. As new condition glossy color illustrated boards contained in an as new condition color illustrated dust jacket. Includes A Brief History of Golf; Useful Addresses and Index. Profusely illustrated with color photographs, black-and-white photographs, black-…and-white drawings, color drawings, and color illustrated front and rear endpapers. "Golfer's Companion: The world of golf and a personal record book at your fingertips; A nostalgic look at this well-loved game with stunning paintings and illustrations from the golfing world's archives; A unique book that examines every aspect of the game -- its history, fashions, equipment, courses, players and tournaments; A fully photographic course of instruction in an easy-to-follow, step-by-step style; The perfect gift for every golfer." -- from the rear outer jacket. "Golf is one of the world's fastest growing sports and has a truly international following. In one compact volume, Golfer's Companion combines a fascinating survey of the sport, an illustrated course of instructions packed with hints and tips on improving your game and record pages to fill in yourself. Golfer's Companion tells the story of this unique sport, celebrating the skill of the great players, the beauty of the great courses, the excitement of the great tournaments as well as the changing trends in golfing equipment and fashion. Expert instruction gives handy tips on all aspects of the game, including the fundamentals of grip, swing and putt, and will benefit both the complete beginner and the established player. At the end of the book there are record pages to note your thoughts on courses and tournaments played, your progress and the highs and lows of your game, as well as a useful reference for important telephone numbers and addresses. In all, a perfect memento of the game and a handy companion volume. Lavishly illustrated with fine art paintings, fascinating archive material and step-by-step technique photographs, this beautifully designed book is a perfect gift for any golfer." -- from the inner front jacket flap. Heath, Andrew (jacket designer); Ayer, Bet (designer) (illustrator).
