So You Want to Play Golf: A True Beginner's Guide

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This book provides everything a beginner needs to know to get into the game of golf. Part 1 introduces the player to the nature of the game, including the rules, the etiquette, the layout of golf courses, the equipment, the clothing, the competitive possibilities, and the social life. Part 2 shows the reader how to hit all the standard shots: the driver, the long irons, mid-irons, and short irons. There is a strong focus on the crucial parts of the short game--pitching, chipping, and putting--as well as a long look at hitting out of sand bunkers. Part 3 provides alternative techniques for chipping, pitching, sand extraction, and putting, for when the player's current methods aren't working. Players will come back to consider these fixes long after the beginner stage.

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Paul Steward is a member of the PGA of America with over 30 years of teaching experience, working with players of all ability levels and ages. He specializes in the short game and putting, and in general emphasizes proper fundamentals and course management. Paul has broad experience in the golf industry, including positions as Director of Golf, Club Manager, Teaching Professional, Club Fitter, and Golf Sales Executive. He now represents the Greg Norman Collection in the southeast U.S.