The Life of O'Reilly: The Amusing Adventures of a Professional Irish Caddie [Paperback]

John O'Reilly (Author), Ivan Morris (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 29, 2004

The Life of O'Reilly is a chronicle of the career of one of the European PGA Tour's most famous caddies-John O'Reilly-and it's full of funny stories as only this Irishman can tell them. Like the one about the time he and some fellow caddies were arrested and jailed in East Germany on their way to the German Open in Berlin. Or the one about the Tour pro who, in a fit of temper after a bad shot, put his foot through the bottom of his golf bag and could not get it out again! The Life of O'Reilly is a rollicking ride around the world-and the world of professional golf-by one of the game's most interesting characters. No golf library would be complete without it.

"I hope that you'll find this book as entertaining as I found Johnny to be throughout our three successful years on tour. There was never a dull moment!"
--Padraig Harrington

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

The Life of O'Reilly is a chronicle of the career of one of the European PGA Tour's most famous caddies-John O'Reilly-and it's full of funny stories as only this Irishman can tell them. Like the one about the time he and some fellow caddies were arrested and jailed in East Germany on their way to the German Open in Berlin. Or the one about the Tour pro who, in a fit of temper after a bad shot, put his foot through the bottom of his golf bag and could not get it out again! The Life of O'Reilly is a rollicking ride around the world-and the world of professional golf-by one of the game's most interesting characters. No golf library would be complete without it.

“I hope that you’ll find this book as entertaining as I found Johnny to be throughout our three successful years on tour. There was never a dull moment!”
—Padraig Harrington

Product Details

• Paperback: 190 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (February 29, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1932202153
• ISBN-13: 978-1932202151
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 5.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,383,187 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read, November 16, 2004

By 

R. Harteg III - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

This review is from: The Life of O'Reilly: The Amusing Adventures of a Professional Irish Caddie (Paperback)

A great look at golf through the eyes of the less mentioned caddy. A great read, witty and light-hearted.