Language: English
Published by Macmillan & Co. Ltd, 1905
Seller: Booketeria Inc., San Antonio, TX, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. A superb copy in original binding with firm hinges & no owner marks in text. NOT ex-library. Cover has some wear at top & bottom of spine and at outer corners. Frontispiece tissue guard present. Dark green binding with gold lettering on spine which is readable and gold device of tennis player on front. Overall a very nice copy of this scarce title. sports.
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Published by Hodder and Stoughton Limited, London, 1921
Seller: K. L. Givens Books, Bella Vista, AR, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. G. W. Beldam (illustrator). Hardback bound in green cloth-covered boards with gilt title on the spine. Book has wear at top and bottom of the spine and at all corners with some fraying; former owner's name and address label inside front cover and on first end page. Book contains a number of black and white photos by G. W. Belden. Part 1 of the book is by George Duncan and Part 2 is by Bernard Darwin. No date indicated but the World Catalog identifies the date as 1921 and indicates the book is in only one library. Golf and how it was played in the early 1900s. 308 pages. Size: 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Book.
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
£ 26.20
Quantity: Over 20 available
Add to basketCondition: New. In.
Language: English
Published by Legare Street Press 2022-10, 2022
ISBN 10: 1016568975 ISBN 13: 9781016568975
Seller: Chiron Media, Wallingford, United Kingdom
PF. Condition: New.
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
£ 33.36
Quantity: Over 20 available
Add to basketCondition: New. In.
Published by Macmillan, Great Britain, 1904
Seller: Rainy Day Books, Courtenay, BC, Canada
First Edition
Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. First Edition. Front hinge is cracked, second free endpaper partially loose. Name and address written inside. Outer page edges lightly soiled, interior is clean overall with a few smudges in margins. Boards have moderate edgewear. Not attractive but still a good reading copy.
Language: English
Published by Macmillan, London, 1906
Seller: Hellertown Books, Hellertown, PA, U.S.A.
First Edition
Hardcover. Condition: Acceptable. No Jacket. First Edition. Backstrip is missing. Front cover and front endaper are detached. Rear hinge in need of repair as well. Poor condition. 464 Photographs.
Published by Macmillan, 1905
Seller: Red-books ( Member of P.B.F.A. ), Hanley Swan, United Kingdom
Association Member: PBFA
First Edition
Hardcover. Condition: Fair. First Edition. Lacks dustwrappper, boards are rubbed to edges especially top and bottom of spine. Spine is somewhat darkened, titles are a little faded. Gilt cover decorartion is still in good order. No inscriptions, illustrated, all plates present, some are slightly spotted. Text is in very good order with little wear. No loose pages, hinges tight, slight spine lean. Heavy book, will require additional postage outside the UK.
Condition: New.
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a rare glimpse into a bygone era of the early 1900s golf scene through the eyes of five legendary British Open champions: Harry Vardon, J.H. Taylor, James Braid, Alex Herd, and Tom Morris, Jr. The text includes photographs of each champion demonstrating various techniques, with accompanying commentary on the finer points of the game, from gripping the club to generating the perfect swing. The author interviewed these golfing greats in the early 1900s, ensuring the book's techniques and insights remain authentic to the time period. A captivating read for both casual golf enthusiasts and serious players, this book offers a fascinating blend of historical context and practical advice, shedding light on the evolution of golf and the enduring principles that continue to shape the sport today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
Language: English
Published by Macmillan, London, 1907
Seller: Mainly Fiction, Auckland, New Zealand
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. First Edition. A very good copy in green cloth binding,gilt top edges, b&w frontis with tissue guard and many b&w action photos. Tight and square bindings, slight tanning to spine, a name in front.
Published by Macmillan, 1904
Seller: Bird's Books, Edinburgh, SCOTL, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Fair. 8vo, green cloth boards with vignette of golfer on front. 480pp, illustrated. Inner book is generally clean and in good condition, outer binding has cracks / tears to spine. Handwritten dedication on front endpaper. Practical advice from great golfers of the past. ***Over 1kg and may require additional overseas postage***.
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. A pioneering work of its time, this book beautifully captures the dynamic strokes and unique styles of many of the first tennis greats through a series of action photographs. The author, a respected connoisseur of lawn tennis, coupled his technical expertise with a keen eye for strategy to produce a volume that remains one of the most comprehensive studies of the game. By visually describing a full range of strokes, grips, and serves, the book provides an illustrative guide to the evolution of techniques that shaped the sport in its early years and continue to inform its strategies today. Whether you're a devoted tennis enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this book is sure to inform and entertain, with its historical value and trove of insights into the finer points of the sport. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
Language: English
Published by LIGHTNING SOURCE INC, 2015
ISBN 10: 1340591553 ISBN 13: 9781340591557
Seller: moluna, Greven, Germany
Condition: New.
Condition: New.
Published by Photochrom, London, 1924
Seller: Victoria Bookshop, BERE ALSTON, DEVON, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Good+. First. 12mo. a nice copy with rusty staples a little paper loss to spine nice folding photographic plate. Book.
Language: English
Published by Macmillan, London, 1904
Seller: The Bookstore, Belfast, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Hardback in original green cloth with gilt title, assumed 1st edition, ex library with usual library marking, small number of page corners creased, rear inner hinge weakened, minor wear and marks to boards, corners etc, original owners signature on title page dated 1904.
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a unique and insightful look at the world of golf, focusing on the techniques and styles of some of the game's greatest players. The author, a skilled photographer and avid golfer, uses a revolutionary system of instantaneous photography to capture the intricacies of each player's stance, grip, and swing. By capturing moments in time, the book reveals the hidden nuances of technique that often escape the casual observer. Published in the early 20th century, this book reflects the prevailing golf philosophy of its time, a period of intense fascination with analyzing the mechanics of the game. The author argues that while natural talent plays a role in achieving success, it's the conscious pursuit of knowledge and refinement that separates the best from the rest. The book delves into the fundamental principles of golf, emphasizing the importance of proper grip, stance, and swing. It explores the interplay between these elements and the impact they have on ball flight and accuracy. Through detailed analysis of photographs, the author provides a visual guide to understanding the subtle differences in technique employed by various players. He emphasizes the crucial role of wristwork in achieving a powerful and accurate swing, a principle that remains relevant to this day. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the mechanics of golf, offering a glimpse into the historical evolution of the game and the enduring principles that continue to define it. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.