The Soul of Golf by P. A. Vaile
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| Author | Vaile, P. A. (Percy Adolphus), 1866- |
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| LoC No. | a13000866 |
| Title | The Soul of Golf |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Soul of Golf" by P. A. Vaile is a sports instructional text written in the early 20th century. The book aims to delve deeply into the mechanics and philosophy of golf, presenting a comprehensive guide to understanding the game more thoroughly. Vaile confronts many misconceptions prevalent in the golfing community, positioning his work as a corrective to the various false teachings about the sport established by previous golfers and experts. The opening of the book discusses the complexities of golf and argues against the belief that it cannot be learned from a book. Vaile emphasizes that theoretical understanding is crucial for practical success, advocating for a scientific approach to mastering the game. He introduces the notion that many skilled players may perform mechanically beautiful shots but lack a true understanding of the underlying mechanics—essentially missing "the soul of golf." By doing so, he sets the stage for exploring fundamental principles critical for any golfer wishing to excel, while also calling for a reassessment of existing teaching methods in the sport. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GV: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure |
| Subject | Golf |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41149 |
| Release Date | Oct 23, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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