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Title: The Spirit of the Links

Note: Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Contents: Spring -- Men and things -- The queer side -- The wandering player -- The sunny season -- The professor on the links -- The fabric of the game -- Winter.

Credits: Produced by Greg Bergquist, Marie Bartolo and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
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by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "The Spirit of the Links" by Henry Leach is a philosophical exploration of the game of golf, written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the unique charm and universal appeal of golf, examining how it resonates with players across diverse backgrounds and cultures. Central to its themes is the notion of hope, which influences golfers' attitudes and experiences while they navigate the triumphs and trials of the game. The opening of the work presents a meditation on the intrinsic allure of golf, positing that the game's charm stems from the optimism and hope it instills in its players. Through a reflective tone, Leach discusses how golfers are driven by the promise of improvement and success, finding joy in every round, regardless of their current performance. He suggests that golf connects players to their primitive instincts while providing them a sanctuary away from the complexities of modern life. This introductory portion sets the stage for a personal and philosophical examination of the sport, aimed at both seasoned players and those unfamiliar with its charms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Leach, Henry, 1874-

EBook No.: 42348

Published: Mar 17, 2013

Downloads: 50

Language: English

Subject: Golf -- Anecdotes

LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Spirit of the Links

Note: Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Contents: Spring -- Men and things -- The queer side -- The wandering player -- The sunny season -- The professor on the links -- The fabric of the game -- Winter.

Credits: Produced by Greg Bergquist, Marie Bartolo and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "The Spirit of the Links" by Henry Leach is a philosophical exploration of the game of golf, written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the unique charm and universal appeal of golf, examining how it resonates with players across diverse backgrounds and cultures. Central to its themes is the notion of hope, which influences golfers' attitudes and experiences while they navigate the triumphs and trials of the game. The opening of the work presents a meditation on the intrinsic allure of golf, positing that the game's charm stems from the optimism and hope it instills in its players. Through a reflective tone, Leach discusses how golfers are driven by the promise of improvement and success, finding joy in every round, regardless of their current performance. He suggests that golf connects players to their primitive instincts while providing them a sanctuary away from the complexities of modern life. This introductory portion sets the stage for a personal and philosophical examination of the sport, aimed at both seasoned players and those unfamiliar with its charms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Leach, Henry, 1874-

EBook No.: 42348

Published: Mar 17, 2013

Downloads: 50

Language: English

Subject: Golf -- Anecdotes

LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.