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Shortlisted for the 2023 Sports Book Awards for Best Sports Writing of the Year
Shortlisted for the USGA Herbert Warren Wind Book Award
The Long Golden Afternoon tells the story of the transformative generation of golf that followed the rise of Young Tom Morris - an era of sweeping change that saw Scotland's national pastime become one of the rare games played around the world.
It begins with the first epochal performance after Tommy - John Ball's victory at Prestwick in 1890 as the first Englishman and the first amateur to win the Open Championship - and continues through the outbreak of the Great War. If Tommy ignited the flame of golf in England, Ball's breakthrough turned that smoldering fire into a conflagration.
The generation that followed would witness the game's coming of age. It would see an explosion in golf's popularity, the invention of revolutionary new balls and clubs, the emergence of professional tours, the organization of the game and its rules, a renaissance in writing and thinking about golf, and the decision that the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews must always remain the sport's guiding light.
'A beautifully crafted examination of a period in the history of golf that will never again be witnessed. It is not to be missed' - Jim Davis, The Golf
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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the golden era of golf with The Long Golden Afternoon: Golf's Age of Glory, 1864-1914. Named one of the 10 Best Golf Books in 2022 by LINKS Magazine, this masterpiece transports you to a time of transformative change in the world of golf. Discover the captivating stories of legendary players and pivotal moments that shaped the sport we love today.
Shortlisted for the prestigious 2023 Sports Book Awards for Best Sports Writing of the Year, this book is a must-have for any golf enthusiast. Delve into the history of golf through the captivating narrative that chronicles the game's evolution from a national pastime in Scotland to a global phenomenon embraced by players worldwide. Experience the passion, innovation, and remarkable achievements that defined this extraordinary period in golf history.
Join us on a journey through time as we explore the events, personalities, and triumphs that marked golf's coming of age. From the groundbreaking victory of John Ball at the Open Championship to the outbreak of the Great War, The Long Golden Afternoon captures the essence of a generation that witnessed unprecedented growth and innovation in the world of golf. This beautifully crafted examination of golf's history is a treasure trove of insights and revelations that will leave you inspired and amazed.
Don't miss your chance to own a piece of golf history with The Long Golden Afternoon. Order your copy today and relive the glory days of golf's golden age!
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