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Golf - The Bogey Man: A Month on the PGA Tour

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Book Synopsis: George Plimpton chronicles his month spent on the PGA tour in The Bogey Man, repackaged and including a foreword by Rick Reilly and never-before-seen content from the Plimpton Archives. What happens when a weekend athlete -- of average skill at best -- joins the professional golf circuit? George Plimpton, one of the finest participatory sports journalists, spent a month of self-imposed torture on the tour to find out. Along the way, he meets amateurs, pros, caddies, officials, fans, and hangers-on. In The Bogey Man, we find golf legends, adventurers, stroke-saving theories, superstitions, and other golfing lore, and best of all, Plimpton's thoughts and experiences -- frustrating, humbling and, sometimes, thrilling -- from the first tee to the last green. This intriguing classic, which remains one of the wittiest books ever written on golf, features Arnold Palmer, Dow Finsterwald, Walter Hagan, and many other golf greats and eccentrics, all doing what they do best.

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Discover the fascinating world of professional golf with The Bogey Man: A Month on the PGA Tour. In this captivating book, George Plimpton takes you on a journey through his self-imposed torture of joining the professional golf circuit as an average weekend athlete. Through his encounters with amateurs, pros, caddies, officials, fans, and hangers-on, you'll get an inside look into the thrilling and sometimes frustrating experiences that come with being on the PGA tour.

Uncover the secrets of golfing legends and stroke-saving theories, as Plimpton explores the lore and superstitions surrounding the sport. With never-before-seen content from the Plimpton Archives and a foreword by acclaimed sports journalist Rick Reilly, The Bogey Man is a witty and insightful read that will leave you entertained and informed.

Immerse yourself in the world of golfing greatness with appearances from Arnold Palmer, Dow Finsterwald, Walter Hagan, and many other renowned golfers and eccentrics. From the first tee to the last green, experience the highs and lows of the PGA tour alongside Plimpton in this captivating classic.

Don't miss out on this must-read for golf enthusiasts and sports lovers alike. Gain a deeper understanding of the sport and relish in Plimpton's thought-provoking and humbling experiences. Get your copy of The Bogey Man: A Month on the PGA Tour today and embark on an unforgettable journey into the captivating world of professional golf. Order now and enhance your love for the game!

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