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Book Synopsis: A spiritual journey, a lush travelogue, a parable of sports and philosophy—John Updike called this unique novel “a golf classic if any exists in our day.” When an American traveler on his way to India stops to play a round on one of the most beautiful and legendary golf courses in Scotland, he doesn’t know that his game—and his life—are about to change forever. He is introduced to Shivas Irons, a mysterious golf pro whose sublime insights stick with him long after the eighteenth hole. From the first swing of the Scotsman’s club, he realizes he is in for a most extraordinary day. By turns comic, existential, and semi-autobiographical, Michael Murphy’s tale traces the arc of twenty-four hours, from a round of golf on the Links of Burningbush to a night fueled by whiskey, wisdom, and wandering—even a sighting of Seamus MacDuff, the holy man who haunts the hole they call Lucifer’s Rug. “Murphy’s book is going to alter many visions,” The New York Times Book Review declared. More than an unforgettable approach to one of the world’s most popular sports, Golf in the Kingdom is a meditation on the power of a game to transform the self.
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Embark on a spiritual journey like no other with "Golf in the Kingdom," a novel that has been hailed as a golf classic by literary icon John Updike. Immerse yourself in a lush travelogue set against the backdrop of a legendary golf course in Scotland, where an American traveler's game and life take an unexpected turn after meeting the mysterious golf pro, Shivas Irons.
Experience the magic as the protagonist's encounter with Shivas Irons leads to profound insights that resonate long after the final hole. With each swing of the club, delve into a tale that is by turns funny, contemplative, and deeply personal. Join the protagonist on an extraordinary day that promises to alter your perceptions and leave you pondering the transformative power of the game.
Described as a groundbreaking novel that will challenge and inspire readers, "Golf in the Kingdom" is a must-read for anyone seeking to explore the intersection of sports and philosophy. Get ready for an unforgettable journey filled with whiskey-infused wisdom, mysterious encounters, and a touch of the supernatural.
Ready to explore the transformative power of golf and embark on a journey of self-discovery? Dive into "Golf in the Kingdom" today and discover why critics are raving about this unique literary masterpiece. Let the magic of the Links of Burningbush and the wisdom of Shivas Irons guide you towards enlightenment on and off the course.
Get your copy now and tee off on a journey of transformation!
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