Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2019
ISBN 10: 133259820X ISBN 13: 9781332598205
Anbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book aims to provide a comprehensive guide to the elegant game of golf, covering both its practical and theoretical aspects. Author John Duncan Dunn brings his many years of experience as a golf instructor to this work, which offers a unique approach to the game's most essential elements. Delving beyond the technicalities, Dunn emphasizes the importance of athleticism, balance, and rhythm in golf, encouraging readers to develop a natural feel for the sport. He breaks down each phase of play, from stance and grip to swing and putting, with clear explanations and instructional tips. The book takes a holistic approach, exploring the physical, mental, and emotional aspects of the game. Dunn encourages readers to develop a deep understanding of the mechanics of golf while also cultivating a sense of sportsmanship and respect for the course. Whether you're a seasoned player looking to elevate your game or a beginner eager to master the basics, this book provides valuable insights and practical guidance to improve your skills and enhance your enjoyment of the game. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Verlag: G P Putnam's Sons, New York, 1920
Anbieter: Old New York Book Shop, ABAA, Atlanta, GA, USA
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Hardcover. Zustand: Good. First Edition. Octavo. 240pp illustrated. A good copy in blue cloth without dj Stained at the top of spine shadowinf down and through the top of the book. inside as well.
Verlag: G. P. Putnam's Sons, New York, New York, 1920
Anbieter: North Slope Books, Lancaster, PA, USA
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Hardcover. Zustand: Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: No dust jacket. First Edition. FIRST EDTIION in blue cloth with gilt titling and inlaid photo on cover, frontis. photo of bunker shot+ 82 illustrations (listed), 240[2]pp. From the Dick Mindlin golf book collection. Good with some highlighting; damp stain at bottom forming a V up the gutter but not affecting any text or photos; owner embossed stamp on ffep; several gift inscriptions + an interesting owner signature (Harold Norton - Rear Admiral/U.S. Navy, Dec. 11, 1920 - all on dedication page; a bit of foxing. Born in North Berwik in the early 1870s, John Duncan Dunn came from a family steeped in golf history. Despite faults, an important early golf instructional book at a great price.
Erscheinungsdatum: 2023
Anbieter: True World of Books, Delhi, Indien
LeatherBound. Zustand: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1920 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 264 Language: English.
Erscheinungsdatum: 2024
Anbieter: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, Indien
Leather Bound. Zustand: New. Language: English. This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1920. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 252, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. Product Disclaimer:: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 252.
Verlag: G.P.Putnam, New York, 1920
Anbieter: R.E & G.B Way, NEWMARKET, SUFFO, Vereinigtes Königreich
Verbandsmitglied: PBFA
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Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. With 82 Illustrations. (illustrator). First Edition. First edition, good copy in original cloth, pp240,
Verlag: G. P. Putnam's Sons, New York, 1920
Anbieter: Lost Horizon Bookstore, Santa Barbara, CA, USA
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Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. First edition. First edition. Hardcover. 7 3/4'' X 5 1/2''. 240pp. plus an ad. page. Old price sticker at top corner of fly-leaf.Light toning to endpapers. A couple of small stains and general light wear to original blue cloth, stamped in gold. A nice tight copy.
Verlag: New York and London: G. P. Putnam's Sons, 1920. Frontispiece of Dunn hitting a bunker shot, and 82 additional illustrations., 1920
Anbieter: Waverly & Rugby Books, Pinehurst, NC, USA
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Zustand: Very good. First edition. Hardcover. Very good condition (no dust jacket). Top, bottom of spine, corners, rubbed. Photograph of Dunn on front cover shows some minor wear. Internally clean and tight.
Verlag: G.P. Putnam & Sons, New York and London, 1920
Anbieter: Antiquarian Golf, Pepperell, MA, USA
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Decorative Cloth. Zustand: Near Fine. No Jacket. First Edition. Illustrated with photos. 240 pages. Former owner name upper ffep else a bright, tight copy. No former owner bookplate, notations, underlining, marginalia, soiling, creases, tears, etc. Covers protected in mylat. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall.
Verlag: New York and London: G. P. Putnam's Sons, 1920. Frontispiece of bunker shot and 82 illustrations in text., 1920
Anbieter: Waverly & Rugby Books, Pinehurst, NC, USA
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Zustand: Very good. First edition. Hardcover. Very good condition (no dust jacket). Top of spine frayed with slight loss; bottom of spine rubbed; corners bumped. Photograph on front cover in very good condition. Front inner hinge weak but holding. Frontispiece of bunker shot just starting to come unglued. Internally clean and tight.
Verlag: G.P. Putnam's Sons, New York, 1920
Anbieter: Raptis Rare Books, Palm Beach, FL, USA
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First edition. Octavo, original cloth, illustrated from photographs, pictorial cover label. In near fine condition. Originally from North Berwick, Dunn moved to the United States in 1894 and carried several prestigous jobs on the east coast before moving to California and became the pro at the Los Angeles Country Club, where he opened several golf schools, and became one of the most respected teachers of his time. D&J D21250.
Verlag: G.P. Putnam's, New York, 1920
Anbieter: Fine Golf Books, St. Andrews, Fife, Vereinigtes Königreich
240p, illus. cloth. Originally from North Berwick, Dunn moved to the United States in 1894 and carried several prestigious jobs on the east coast before moving to California and became the pro at the Los Angeles Country Club, where he opened several golf schools, and became one of the most respected teachers of his time. D&J D21250.
Verlag: G.P. Putnam & Sons, New York and London, 1920
Anbieter: Antiquarian Golf, Pepperell, MA, USA
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Decorative Cloth. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Good Not Clipped. First Edition. Illustrated with photos. 240 pages. Typical pastedown offset else a bright, tight copy with only the slightest hint of wear at spine ends and cover corners. No former owner name, bookplate, notations, underlining, marginalia, soiling, creases, tears, etc. Unclipped dust jacket chipped along top edge, protected in mylar. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall.
Verlag: G.P. Putnam's Sons, New York, 1920
Anbieter: Blind-Horse-Books (ABAA-FABA-IOBA), DeLand, FL, USA
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A Very Good Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. First Edition, First Printing. Original gilt-lettered blue cloth, pictorial cover label; housed in a custom slipcase. Bindings are tight and square. Text clean, light even toning. Moderate shelf handling wear, upper corners have minor bump. Small bookseller sticker on bottom of the front paste-down [Rhoo McEwan Golf Books, Ballater] 8vo; 8 inches tall; [3] 5, 240, [2] + [1] ad pp. Illustrated from [82] photographs. Laid-in is the flyleaf from the dustjacket. Signed by the author on front free endpaper. Signed titles of John Duncan Dunn are rare. 'He makes golf seem amazingly simple, he clearly shows the difference between an essential and a non-essential.' Elon Jessup, by his own admission a 'duffer' came to interview John Duncan Dunn who was then the head of the great Wanamaker indoor-golf school. This book came from that interview and Dunn's instruction of Jessup. Background Information: Dunn originally from North Berwick, trained as a professional greenskeeper and course builder in 1894 moved to the USA and carried several prominent jobs on the east coast before moving to California and became the pro at the Los Angeles Country Club, where he opened several golf schools, and became one of the most respected teachers of his time. Elon Jessup was the associate editor of 'Outing' magazine. Ref: D&J D21250; D&M 15530; Murdoch 216.
Verlag: G.P. Putnam's, New York, 1920
Anbieter: Fine Golf Books, St. Andrews, Fife, Vereinigtes Königreich
240p, illus. cloth. Originally from North Berwick, Dunn moved to the United States in 1894 and carried several prestigous jobs on the east coast before moving to California and became the pro at the Los Angeles Country Club, where he opened several golf schools, and became one of the most respected teachers of his time. Very Scarce 100 year old jacket in superb condition. D&J D21250.