TY - BOOK AU - Lawrenson, Derek. TI - Golf basics: an illustrated guide to the short game, the basic rules, etiquette and scoring. SN - 060058628-6 AV - GV 965 .L439 1996 v.2 PY - 1996/// CY - London PB - Hamlyn KW - Gold KW - sears N1 - 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 N2 - 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 ER -