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FIFTY YEARS OF GOLF

Edition2023

Horace G Hutchinson

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Double 9 Books LLP
26 December 2023
Author Horace G. Hutchinson is a well-known person in golf history. His book ""Fifty Years of Golf"" The 1919 book offers a perspective on the growth and development of golf during a half-century, offering insights into the changes and expansion of the game during that time. Skilled amateur golfer, writer, and golf course architect Horace G. Hutchinson provides a first-hand narrative of the history of the game, its players, and the evolution of golf courses. He examines the advancements in golf technology, strategies, and the growth of competitive golf. It is expected that the book will cover significant events and turning points in the history of golf, including the birth of important competitions, the impact of famous players, and the development of rules and manners. The story is enhanced by Hutchinson's own experiences and insights, giving readers a thorough picture of golf's development over the course of five decades.
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Imprint:   Double 9 Books LLP
Dimensions:   Height: 216mm,  Width: 140mm,  Spine: 10mm
Weight:   227g
ISBN:   9789361422935
ISBN 10:   9361422936
Pages:   174
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Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

The renowned British amateur golfer, golf course architect, and prolific writer on the game was Horace G. Hutchinson (1859-1932). Hutchinson, who was born in London, England, on May 16, 1859, was a major contributor to the growth and appeal of golf in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Throughout his playing career, Hutchinson won multiple tournaments as a skilled amateur golfer. He rose to fame for his contributions to golf writing in addition to his accomplishments on the game. Hutchinson wrote a great deal of books and articles about golf, ranging from history of the game to instructional manuals. His writings had a major impact on how people understood and valued golf during a time of rapid development. Hutchinson designed golf courses in addition to his publications and playing career. His contributions to the architecture and design of numerous golf courses had a long-lasting effect on the physical environment of the game. Horace G. Hutchinson's dedication to the game and his numerous contributions to it cemented his status as a pivotal player in golf history. He died on March 27, 1932, and left behind a literary legacy as well as an impact on the growth of golf in Britain and other countries.

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