Golf basics : an illustrated guide to the short game, the basic rules, etiquette and scoring. /

Lawrenson, Derek.

Golf basics : an illustrated guide to the short game, the basic rules, etiquette and scoring. / Derek Lawrenson. - London : Hamlyn, c1996. - v. : col. ill. 31 cm.

Part 1 gives basic information on the game which includes history ,objectives,rules, terms,and etiquette.Part 2 teaches the fundamentals of the game which includes the science of the ball flight,basic equipment needs,the grip,proper set-up techniques ,and the ABC's of the golf swing.Part 3 discusses the importance of the short game and why is it so vital to racking up good scores.It covers putting,chiping,pitching,and short shots in detail.Part 4 is dedicated to the player who has mastered the the fundamentals and wants to improve one's game to the next level.Part 5 discusses practice techniques ,handicapping,lessons,and equipment upgrades.

Outlines the fundamentals of playing golf among amateur enthusisats.The game is discussed in simple language aided by illustrations.Focuses on the improvement of skills like : buying equipment ,taking lessons to groving the perfect swing and mastering intricacies of course strategy.

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Gold

GV 965 .L439 1996 v.2