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Golf Dreams: Exploring the Literary Landscape of the Sport We Love

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Golf is a game that has inspired countless works of literature, from classic novels to short stories, essays, and poems. In Golf Dreams: Writings on Golf, editor John Updike brings together a dazzling array of these works, offering a comprehensive and entertaining look at the sport from a literary perspective.

The book is divided into four sections: "The Game," "The Players," "The Courses," and "The Culture." Each section features a mix of classic and contemporary pieces, from the likes of Mark Twain, P.G. Wodehouse, John Updike, and Rick Reilly. There are also essays by golf historians, course architects, and even a few golfers themselves.

Golf Dreams: Writings on Golf

by John Updike

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	201 pages

In "The Game," Updike explores the allure of golf, its challenges and rewards, and its unique place in the American psyche. In "The Players," he profiles some of the game's most iconic figures, from Bobby Jones to Tiger Woods. In "The Courses," he takes us on a tour of some of the world's most famous and challenging courses. And in "The Culture," he examines the rituals, traditions, and social customs that surround the game.

Golf Dreams is a must-read for any fan of the game. It is a treasure trove of great writing, and it is sure to provide hours of enjoyment and insight.

A Few of the Highlights

Here are just a few of the highlights from Golf Dreams:

Mark Twain's hilarious essay, "The Game of Golf," in which he describes the game as "a good walk spoiled."
P.G. Wodehouse's charming story, "The Clicking of Cuthbert," about a young man who discovers a magical golf club.
John Updike's insightful essay, "Golf and the American Dream," in which he explores the ways in which golf reflects the American character.
Rick Reilly's laugh-out-loud funny essay, "Tiger Woods: The Unauthorized Biography," in which he skewers the golf superstar with his trademark wit.

These are just a few of the many gems that you will find in Golf Dreams. It is a book that will appeal to golfers of all levels, from beginners to scratch players. It is also a book that will appeal to anyone who loves great writing.

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Golf Dreams: Writings on Golf

by John Updike

4.6 out of 5