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Golf Rules & Etiquette For Dummies

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I got this book to learn the basic rules of golf, i did just that. I would recomened this book to any begaining golfer. The author keeps you interested in what you are reading by puting real life experincesin hte text. This is worth the money.

This book was a complete waste of money. I learned nothing that I didn't already know. The author also has a preachy, holier than thou style that is extremely grating. I was embarassed to have spend good money on this book.

This book contains dated material. As of january 1, 2008 the Rules and the decisions of golf have been substantial changes. All of then good and many of them will come into play every day. Also, the author references 5 dumest interpretations and goes on to state that Rules officials should not be so strict in interpreting the Rules. While that may be a nice thought, the realities are that the writers of the Rules (The USGA and The R&A) put enormous thought into the way the rules are written so that Officials in the field can uniformly interpret the rules. The Officials have no room for error in ensuring that all players are playing by the same rules and playing on a level playing field. It is an interesting book, just don't make any wagers based on what you read inside. If you really want to understand the rules purchase the publication: Decisions on the Rules of Golf from the USGA.

but experienced golfers might need a little more. Very easy read!

Golf is an odd bird. I personally took up golf to "Hang in there" with my boss and salespersons from work. Still, it seems is has as many unwritten rules as it does written rules.

This book is a quick-n-dirty guide that covers the PGA written protocols, as well as the house-rules that you friends may or may not throw out during your four-man-scramble. All this, written in the "dummies talk" that's both easy to follow and easy to retain.

A great tool for the newbie golfer trying to fit in with the "big boys" as well as the pro golfer looking to broaden and sharpen their understanding of this great game. Well worth the price!

The book is very well written and organized. The afternoon after I presented it to my wife she called me on telling stories while on the tee box (an etiquette no no from the book). I talk less now during golf. I purchased the book to help a ladies group learn the rules of golf and etiquette at their request. It has been a good training aid for this new group of golfers and a fine addition to the club.

Read this book in combination with Golf for Dummies as I begin the process of taking up the game. It is worth a quick read. No book is a substitute for lessons with a PGA pro, which I am doing. However, it is useful to be alerted to the culture of golf and able to avoid being a jerk unintentionally.

I was looking for a book to explain the rules better, and this wasn't it. It went into lots of details about etiquette, tipping, how to play with your boss, etc.. The author expresses lots of personal philosophy about why you should walk, why you should use a caddy, and all about betting. The rules section was a short discussion that didn't elaborate on the USGA handbook much.

The stories are enjoyable, especially the one about the Chairman at Augusta National offering to cut a deck a cards for a loudmouth gambler's entire 40 million net worth.

This is one to borrow, not to buy.