The Guinness Book of Golf

Covering all aspects of the game of golf, both past and present, throughout the world, this book also looks at the history and origins of the game, including the role of the Royal and Ancient Club. It profiles: great players past and present; golf courses; and the major tournaments.

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This book covers all aspects of the game of golf, both past and present, throughout the world and also looks at the history and origins of the game, including the role of the Royal and Ancient Club. It offers profiles of great players past and present such as Vardon, Jones, Hogan, Sarazen, Palmer, Nicklaus, Ballesteros, Norman, Faldo and Woosnam and also takes a look behind the scenes of the modern day game at issues such as sponsorship, management and coaching. There are features on: equipment and how it has evolved; golf courses around the world and their architecture; and major tournaments like the Open, US Open, Masters, USPGA, Ryder Cup and Walker Cup, including results.