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Title: HOW TO PLAY YOUR BEST GOLF ALL THE TIME by Tommy Armour ISBN: 0-684-81379-3 Publisher: Fireside Pub. Date: 01 May, 1995 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $12.00 |
Average Customer Rating: 4.79 (14 reviews)
Rating: 5
Summary: Very dated but still worthwhile
Comment: Bear in mind that this is a book originally published in the 1950s. It's widely regarded as an all-time classic, but it's now very dated. Armour was an excellent player (one of the great iron players of all time) and a superb teacher, but some of his theories are no longer in vogue. I can tell you that way back in the early 1960s this book, through Armour's focus on the hip turn, transformed me literally overnight from a beginner who sliced the ball to someone who has fought a hook for the last 40 years. I bought this updated edition strictly for its sentimental value, and I wouldn't foist it on someone who was serious about achieving his or maximum potential because a GREAT deal has been learned about the golf swing since this was written (and today's equipment demands a different sort of swing anyway). However, if you've played for awhile and just can't seem to get the hang of the golf swing, this book is so straightforward that it may be just what you need. You'll end up looking like Julius Boros rather than Tiger Woods, but odds are that'll be a major improvement if you're now shooting over 85. Armour was a transplanted Scot who was very eloquent, and this book is a pleasure to read for that reason alone. Some of his most basic wisdom ("THINK WHAT TO DO -- that's concentration in golf") still sticks with me every time I play. A ROUND OF GOLF WITH TOMMY ARMOUR, in which he steers his 90-shooting friend around the course in 79 by making him play within his limitations, is also excellent.
Rating: 5
Summary: If you only read two golf books
Comment: This book is an excellent follow-up to Ben Hogan's Five Lessons. Hogan covering the backround theory in more detail and Armour emphasizing the practical application.
There are differences opinion: Hogan wants the hands to act as a unit while Armour says to whack the ball with your right hand. But they agree on much more than they disagree, and Armour explains how, through basic footwork and other simple measures, you can be sure you are swinging correctly. Armour also goes into more detail about specific shots such as chipping, pitching or driving.
Theory, then applcation. You can't go wrong if you read Hogan and Armour back to back, in that order.
Hit 'em straight.
Rating: 4
Summary: Great Book but not to start out with
Comment: Other reviewers have sung the praises of this book, and I won't throw water on that. However, if you are a new golfer thinking this book will give you some magic secrets, you may be disappointed. I'm not saying it can't help, but to get the most out of the book, you need to have had some lessons and some familiarity with golf, including your swing. If you don't know what a spine angle is, or what the slot is, go take a class or get private lessons, and THEN buy this book. It's analysis on the mental game and playing the course is great and probably isn't taught too well in lessons. THAT's where this book shines.
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Title: Classic Golf Tips by Tommy Armour ISBN: 0809233428 Publisher: McGraw-Hill Pub. Date: 01 September, 1995 List Price(USD): $12.95 |
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Title: A Round of Golf With Tommy Armour by Tommy Armour ISBN: 1558212175 Publisher: Burford Books Pub. Date: March, 1993 List Price(USD): $13.95 |
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Title: Five Lessons: The Modern Fundamentals of Golf by Ben Hogan ISBN: 0671612972 Publisher: Fireside Pub. Date: 20 September, 1985 List Price(USD): $12.00 |
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Title: HARVEY PENICK'S LITTLE RED BOOK: LESSONS AND TEACHINGS FROM A LIFETIME OF GOLF by Harvey Penick ISBN: 0684859246 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Pub. Date: 19 May, 1999 List Price(USD): $10.00 |
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Title: On Learning Golf : A Valuable Guide to Better Golf by Percy Boomer ISBN: 0394410084 Publisher: Knopf Pub. Date: 27 June, 1946 List Price(USD): $20.00 |
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