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F. G. Tait, A Record: Being His Life, Letters, And Golfing Diary (1900)

F. G. Tait, A Record: Being His Life, Letters, And Golfing Diary (1900)

Tait, Frederick Guthrie
Low, John Laing
Lang, Andrew

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ISBN10: 1167118413
ISBN13: 9781167118418
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 346
Weight: 1.49
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
F. G. Tait, A Record: Being His Life, Letters, And Golfing Diary (1900) is a book that provides a comprehensive account of the life and career of Frederick Guthrie Tait, a celebrated Scottish golfer who lived in the late 19th century. The book is divided into three parts, each of which offers a unique perspective on Tait's life and achievements.The first part of the book is a biographical sketch of Tait, written by his friend and fellow golfer, Horace G. Hutchinson. This section covers Tait's early life, his family background, and his education. It also provides a detailed account of Tait's golfing career, including his many victories in major tournaments and his contributions to the development of the sport.The second part of the book consists of a selection of Tait's personal letters, which provide insights into his personality, his relationships with family and friends, and his views on golf and other topics of the day. These letters offer a glimpse into the mind of one of the greatest golfers of his time, and shed light on the challenges and triumphs he faced both on and off the course.The third and final part of the book is Tait's own golfing diary, which he kept throughout his career. This diary provides a day-by-day account of Tait's practice sessions, tournament rounds, and other golf-related activities. It also includes detailed notes on his equipment, his swing mechanics, and his mental approach to the game. This section of the book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of golf, as it offers a first-hand account of the sport as it was played in the late 19th century.Overall, F. G. Tait, A Record: Being His Life, Letters, And Golfing Diary (1900) is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique perspective on one of the greatest golfers of all time. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of golf, or in the life and achievements of this remarkable athlete.With An Introduction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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