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Golf in Britain: A Social History from the Beginnings to the Present Day

Golf in Britain: A Social History from the Beginnings to the Present Day

Hardcover

Series: Routledge Revivals

GolfBritish History

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ISBN10: 1032573341
ISBN13: 9781032573342
Publisher: Routledge
Published: Nov 1 2023
Pages: 196
Language: English

First published in 1975 Golf in Britain traces the growth of the game from its small beginnings in fifteenth century Scotland to 1970s when it emerged as a widely enjoyed and massively financed sport. Golf has been peculiarly a subject related to economic and social change in society. Initially a folk game played in a small part of Scotland, then for many years a pastime dominated by the wealthy, leisured classes, including Royalty, golf developed at the turn of the nineteenth century into a sport enjoyed by all sections of the community. One aspect of this change is reflected in the role of women on the links. Another change concerns the fashions in correct wear and equipment, both part of a larger golfing etiquette, so important to the game. Attitudes too, towards the professional golfer have changed dramatically over the years and an increasingly important role is given to young players.

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