Following Through
For 25 years Herbert Warren Wind chronicled the game of golf in his beloved essays for The New Yorker magazine. Collected here, in a newly reissued edition, are 27 of his most treasured pieces. Following Through represents 22 years of work-from 1962 to 1984-and serves as a testament to America`s greatest golf writer.A keen observer of the game, Wind`s writing explores character and setting as much as the game itself, with descriptions of his favorite courses, players, and tournaments. Highlights include:Wind`s thoughtful piece on the 50th Anniversary Master`s TournamentA thrilling account of Ken Venturi`s win in the `64 US Open after a legendary comebackDetailed stories on modern champions and celebrated players of the pastPaeans to the world`s great courses like Augusta National and the Royal DornochA touching eulogy for Bing Crosby from 1977, celebrating the singer`s contributions to the gameA delightful read for long-time fans and newcomers alike, Herbert Wind`s Following Through is a shining example of sports writing at its absolute best.
- Autor: Herbert Warren Wind
- Wydawnictwo: Echo Point Books & Media
- Rok wydania: 2016
- Okładka: twarda
- Liczba stron: 432
- Wymiary: 16 x 23.7 x 3 cm
- Język: angielski
- ISBN: 9781626545847