Golf - McGregor, Steve
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"Golf is a game whose aim is to hit a very small ball into an even smaller hole, with weapons singularly ill-designed for the purpose" (Winston Churchill). I mean, what imbecile came up with this as a pastime? And why? These are among the many questions Golf: The True Story attempts to answer about one of the world's most beloved sports. Frequently funny, and not altogether factual, this quasi guidebook/ history makes for an informative and entertaining read. It is peppered with illustrations and humorous observations. Trace the evolution of golf down through the ages, from primitive man, to…mehr

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"Golf is a game whose aim is to hit a very small ball into an even smaller hole, with weapons singularly ill-designed for the purpose" (Winston Churchill). I mean, what imbecile came up with this as a pastime? And why? These are among the many questions Golf: The True Story attempts to answer about one of the world's most beloved sports. Frequently funny, and not altogether factual, this quasi guidebook/ history makes for an informative and entertaining read. It is peppered with illustrations and humorous observations. Trace the evolution of golf down through the ages, from primitive man, to ancient Egypt, the Romans and modern times. Get the inside track on the different types of players, and their far-fetched invented equipment. A rollicking and edifying good read. You'll love Golf: The True Story. Part history, part guidebook, and part love letter to the game. Frequently funny, and not altogether factual. Golf: The True Story is a humorous and not altogether factual (illustrated) guidebook examining the sport and its many facets. Learn about the sport's fictitious history, the types of players, as well as some far-fetched invented equipment. A rollicking and edifying good read.
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Steve McGregor is the author of several books including Adventures of a Jackeroo, The Adventures of Bruce from Bondi, and Golf: The True Story. He derives great enjoyment from furnishing his stories with unique and funny illustrations, peppering his prose with humorous observations. When he isn't writing or creating you can find him on the golf course or walking his dog.He has many interests and like the gormless hero, Bruce, in his books still shoots with the 18th Battalion each year. He also is a sought after public speaker and presents on subjects as diverse as Warfare in Ancient Egypt, Weapons of the American Civil War and the WWII fighter aircraft, the Spitfire, and much more.Steve is married to Glynne, also an accomplished artist, and they live on the North Shore of Sydney with their dog Bonnie.