Fifty Places to Play Golf Before You Die: Golf Experts Share the World's Greatest Destinations
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Fifty Places to Play Golf Before You Die: Golf Experts Share the World's Greatest Destinations
Chris Santella
Manufacturer: Stewart, Tabori and Chang
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There's an incredible similarity between the mechanics of a fly cast and the swing of a golf club. Perhaps that's why Chris Santella, author of Fifty Places to Fly Fish Before You Die, can be found on the links when he's not on the stream. With Fifty Places to Play Golf Before You Die, Santella gives voice to his other sporting passion, interviewing 50 people intimately connected to the sport about some of their favorite courses around the world.

For both passionate golfers and armchair travelers, this gorgeous full-color book presents the world's greatest golf venues, the personal favorites of renowned players, course architects, and other experts in the sport. From Ballyliffin, Ireland's northernmost course, whose rumpled fairways wander along the North Sea in the shadows of Glashedy Rock, to New Zealand's Cape Kidnappers, perched atop dramatic cliffs some 500 feet above the ocean, the book's beautiful photographs capture the architecture, noteworthy holes, location, and ambiance that make these courses standouts for ardent golfers. A brief history of each course, an experiential account-filled with local color-from the person recommending the venue, and trip-planning advice provide adventurous readers with all the information they need to chip and putt their way around the globe.

A close-up look at golf's top courses around the world, recommended by such experts as Nick Faldo and Christie Kerr (pro golfers), Pete Dye and Tom Doak (course architects), Brian McCallen (editor and author), and Donald Trump
With breathtaking color photographs of each site, this is a great gift for avid golfers and armchair travelers alike

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars 50 Places to Play Golf Before You Die.......2007-06-08

A lovely book. Not exceptional, but enjoyable. It was disappointing in two ways:
1. some of the authors (each chapter talks about a specific course or courses) of the chapters were the course designer of that specific course - clearly, a conflict of interest!
2. would have loved to have more courses that are out-of-the-way and/or extremely private - courses that we can only dream about playing!

5 out of 5 stars A fabulous Find!.......2007-05-15

Top Notch Golf and World Travel...what more could a serious golfer want?
This book is a fabulous find and an inspired gift you will be proud to share with a golfer you love. Even as a non golfer, I enjoyed the travels insights and the background on how each course was created. It provided me a whole new appreciation for the game and the "art" of golf course creation.

5 out of 5 stars Great Book!.......2007-01-15

Bought it for my Dad, an avid golfer and traveler. He loves it.

3 out of 5 stars O.K. Little Book.......2006-05-17

Notice that the title is not "The Fifty Greatest Golf Courses." My title would be, "Fifty Interesting Places to Play Golf." Whether it's my title or the real title, the emphasis is on "places to play," or "destinations," not golf courses per se. More than fifty golf courses are covered. Which is not to say that the book does not include a lot of great golf courses. The format is mini-coffee table, with several pages of text for each destination and one small picture for most of the destinations. The quality of the printing, photo reproduction and binding in my copy is excellent. The text for each destination has been volunteered by a different prominent golf person. For example, Nick Faldo writes about the Royal Melborne Golf Club (West Course) in the Australian state of Victoria. Alice Dye about the TPC Sawgrass Stadium Course (see a connection there?). On the plus side are the quality of the color photos and the introduction (to me) of golf courses in some far away places (e.g., Bhutan, Morocco, India, places, however, I'll never get to). On the minus side, I don't have a prayer of playing some of the U.S. courses, even after I die (e.g., Pine Valley, Sand Hills, National Golf Links of America), which, honestly, the author points out. Finally, why not at least one photo for each destination? From the two page description of the Pacific Grove muni: "[T]he back nine . . . takes you right out to the water and combines incredible views of the Pacific and Monterey Bay with windswept bluffs reminiscent of some of the great courses of Scotland and Ireland." Why no photo of this course? From the two page description of the Torekov Golf Club in Sweden (my ancestral home): ". . .a links-oriented course. . . You can view the sea from all eighteen holes. In the summer, wildflowers are blooming everywhere . . . ." I want a photo, darn it!

5 out of 5 stars Beautiful Pictures, really nice gift........2006-02-03

Being a golfer, I got this as a gift from one of my relatives. I must say the pictures are outstanding. This book makes me want to travel more to other countries to experience the pleasure of these courses. This book will always have a permanent place in my library. For excellent golf instruction that helped me to drastically reduce my handicap, I recommend,
The Ultimate Golf Instruction Guide: Key Techniques for Becoming a Zero Handicap Golfer or Better, isbn 1933023090

and

for more great pictures of specific golf holes, I recommend,
Golf Digest 365 Golf Holes Calender 2006, isbn 0761137343.
This maintains a permanent place on my office desk.
Golf Resorts of the World
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Golf Resorts of the World
Brian McCallen
Manufacturer: Harry N. Abrams
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ASIN: 0810933721

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5 out of 5 stars Get one for a friend, too.......2000-04-25

The best golf resort book yet. You can spend hours daydreaming with it or use it as the basis for your next golf vacation. The pictures put you right there ready to tee it up (and pay up).

5 out of 5 stars GOLF LOVER?.......1999-08-12

Excellent book......a must to buy
100 Best Golf Resorts of the World: Packed with Solid Advice on the Best Places to Play and Stay
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    100 Best Golf Resorts of the World: Packed with Solid Advice on the Best Places to Play and Stay
    Karen Misuraca
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    5. Fifty Places to Play Golf Before You Die: Golf Experts Share the World's Greatest Destinations Fifty Places to Play Golf Before You Die: Golf Experts Share the World's Greatest Destinations

    ASIN: 0762722223

    Book Description

    For every golfer who loves to travel, this is the ultimate guide to America's legendary golf resorts and to fairways worldwide, from the windswept moors at Gleneagles in the Scottish Highlands to cactus-bordered greens above the surf in
    Baja, California.

    A sampling of resorts...
    *In Florida: Amelia Island Plantation, Grand Cypress Resort, and World Golf Village, Doral--home of the "Blue Monster"
    *In California: The spectacular desert golf complex at La Quinta, the Four Seasons Aviara, and Pebble Beach in Monterey
    *In the Southwest: The grand old Broadmoor in Colorado and seven famous resorts in Arizona--including the Boulders and the fabulous Phoenician
    *In Scotland: The Old Course--every golfer's dream--plus Turnberry and Carnoustie
    *In Ireland: Adare Manor and the K Club--both new resorts with luxurious hostelries in centuries-old mansions

    Written by an avid golfer and seasoned writer, this full-color guide also describes other courses in the vicinity of the featured resorts plus nearby historic sights, restaurants, and other outdoor recreation opportunities for non-golfers. PGA Tour pros offer advice, and the author gives tips for golfing in Europe and for traveling with golf equipment. Each profile includes complete contact information and details on golf packages. Lavish color photographs of each resort make this a perfect gift for a golfer.
    Golf Resorts International: Over 150 of the Finest Golf Resorts in the World (Lanier Guides)
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      Pamela Lanier
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      Golf Resorts of the World The Best Places to Stay & Play
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        The Golf Travel Guide to the World's Greatest Golf Destinations: The Complete Resource for the Discriminating Golfer
        Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
        • The single best golf travel book ever written
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        The Golf Travel Guide to the World's Greatest Golf Destinations: The Complete Resource for the Discriminating Golfer
        Terence Sieg
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        Release Date: 1997-11-03

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        An essential guide for the golfer who likes to travel and experience the great courses of the world. The storied links of golf's birthplace--the British Isles--are covered thoroughly, as are the more recently built favorites in the U.S. and even courses as far off the usual cart path as the Bali Handara Country Club. The courses are organized by country and region, and course descriptions include such stats as designer, par, greens fees, rules, and season; historical facts; and accounts of particularly distinctive holes. Also included are travel directions and information about local services such as lodging, restaurants, and non-golf activities.

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        Imagine the first crisp breath of wind off the sea while lining up your shot to a still-distant, postage-stamp green.  Or the funny caddie whose advice more often steers you to his favorite local pub than to the proper iron.  Or the brilliant sunset as you relax on the clubhouse terrace after an inspiring round.

        For the true golf enthusiast, the perfect golf vacation is not just about yardage and tee-off times.  Golf Travel's Guide to the World's Greatest Golf Destinations takes you on an intimate journey through every aspect of the golfing experience, including the glories and glitches of course design, the condition of the greens and fairways, and the quality of services both on and off the course.  In addition, this unique guide details the lodging, dining and non-golfing options for each destination, making this the one truly complete travel guide for your golf vacation.  Enjoy!

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        5 out of 5 stars The single best golf travel book ever written.......2000-12-06

        As an avid golfer and golf book reader, I can honestly say this is the best golf travel book I have ever read. Very informative, wide-ranging, and brilliantly accurate. Can't wait for a new edition!! I've memorized this one.

        5 out of 5 stars Great degree of accuracy.......1998-03-13

        After just returning from a wonderful vacation playing golf for a week on the Monteray Peninsula, I can tell you that the reviews contained in this book for all of the peninsula's courses are right on the mark (both positive and negative). The text is coversational and the advice/recommendations are very good. Keep in mind though, the courses and facilities recommended are not necessarily for the bargain golfer - but then again, they have reviewed some of the most beautiful and well renowned courses in the world. I highly recommend this book - it is a very conversational read and contains lots of great stories. It is a very useful guide for investigating and planning golf vacations around the world.
        Golf world resort guide: Over 550 of America's premier resorts : golf, tennis, and ski facilities, convention facilities with meeting capacities, lodging costs, golf packages
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          Jim Nicol
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          The Great Golf Hotel Guide: The World's Most Comprehensive Directory of Luxury Golf Hotels and Resorts
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            GREAT GOLF RESORTS OF THE WORLD - 1996 DIRECTORY
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              Unique Golf Resorts Of the World
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                King Richard III (Cambridge School Shakespeare)
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                  William Shakespeare
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                  ASIN: 0521618738

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                  King Richard III is one of the ten most popular titles from the best-selling Cambridge School Shakespeare series now available in a new edition. The new edition includes new and revised activities throughout, new black and white photos from the widest selection of stage and film interpretations of the plays, and a larger glossary providing extra support with the language of Shakespeare. In addition, expanded sections on characters, language, and performance history offer the best support for the KS3 SATs and GCSE coursework. The new edition also includes exciting new features to bring the play to life such as a visually stunning eight-page section packed with full-colour production photographs and a striking new cover design. The new edition remains faithful to the Cambridge School Shakespeare active approach, which treats the play as theatre and the text as a script to be acted, explored and enjoyed.
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                    M. Booth , Christopher Culpin , and H. G. Macintosh
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                      King Richard III (Cambridge School Shakespeare)
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                      King Richard III (Cambridge School Shakespeare)
                      William Shakespeare
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                      This edition presents a new look at King Richard III in accordance with the work of the Shakespeare and Schools Project, the National Curriculum for English and developments at GCSE and A level. Cambridge School Shakespeare considers the play as theatre and the text as script, enabling pupils to inhabit the imaginative world of the play in an accessible, meaningful and creative way. Cambridge School Shakespeare encourages students to participate actively in examining the plays, to work in groups as well as individually, to treat the play as a script to be re-created, and to explore the theatrical/dramatic qualities of the text. The editorial comments cater for pupils of all ages and abilities, providing clear, helpful guidelines for school study. The format of the plays is also designed to help all teachers, whether experienced or inexperienced.

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                      5 out of 5 stars fantastic.......2002-06-03

                      The Naxos recording is an excellent rendition of RIII. The characterization is rich and well done. Full of passion and rage, you don't need to see the actors to "see" the play. The scene with Anne is particularly good.
                      Twentieth Century History: IGCSE: International Relations since 1919 (Cambridge International Examinations)
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                        Othello (Cambridge School Shakespeare)
                        Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
                        • Arden Shakespeare "Othello"
                        • Great guide to one of Shakespeare's best tragedies
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                        • WONDERFUL!
                        • An excellent edition of one of Shakespeare's best tragedies.
                        Othello (Cambridge School Shakespeare)
                        William Shakespeare
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                        A prose retelling of Shakespeare's play in which a jealous general is duped into thinking that his wife has been unfaithful, with tragic consequences.

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                        4 out of 5 stars Arden Shakespeare "Othello".......2007-09-28

                        As mentioned on my review of the Norton Critical Edition of "Othello," I purchased the two versions together so I could put together an online version of the play for a project my professor has been working on for some time now. Personally, I like this version better than the Norton one because it keeps the British spellings, but for the purpose of the project the spellings are being made into the American spelling. Overall, it's a good edition and, as with the Norton edition, came at the suggestion of my professor.

                        5 out of 5 stars Great guide to one of Shakespeare's best tragedies.......2007-06-16

                        I have never intently read Shakespeare before, but enough people told me that I needed to read "Othello" that I decided to break down and buy a copy. Everything about Shakespeare I find intimidating, so with much trepidation did I buy this critical edition of "Othello". Needless to say, this work is AMAZING. Not only does Dr. Honigmann give notes along the way to help the reader interpret what the characters are saying, but he also provides an extensive introduction outlining Shakespeare's sources, some possible motives, and some character criticism. He also provides one of Shakespeare's main sources, a short story written by Giraldi Cinthio, and in this short story he provides notes that link it directly to the text of "Othello". I am completely sold on "The Arden Shakespeare" series, and will continue to use it in the future. A definite buy!

                        4 out of 5 stars helpful.......2007-01-15

                        I have my degree in English... I like reading and teaching with this version as "help" not as a substitution. It gives a clearer understanding to Shakespeare for people who have difficulty with it.

                        5 out of 5 stars WONDERFUL!.......2006-04-22

                        Though I am not a particular fan of Shakespearian work, I instantly fell in love wioth Othello. This play is one of the greatest things ever written. Never has a playwright combined love, extreme decpeption, jealousy, anger, and fear in a play like Shakespeare has in Othello.

                        Even if you are not a fan of Shakespeare, I highlky recommend this play.

                        If you do not wish to read the play then I would recommend going out and renting or buying the movie "O" with Josh Hartnet, Julia Stiles, and Mikih Phifer. I would rent/but the 2 disc version because the second disc includes the original silent version of "Othello" from the 1920s.

                        4 out of 5 stars An excellent edition of one of Shakespeare's best tragedies........2004-07-20

                        "Othello" is one of Shakespeare's most popular tragedies, and since most people, even those who have not read or seen the play before, probably already have a basic idea of the plot, I will keep my synopsis short. The military general Othello is a Moor, a black man, who has just married a Venetian woman, Desdemona. Theirs is a marriage of opposites in many respects - race, age, upbringing, etc. - and yet they have overcome all this and are happy with each other. But Iago, perhaps Shakespeare's most infamous villain, is determined to ruin Othello, who has promoted another man, Cassio, to the lieutenancy, a position Iago feels should have been given to himself. He therefore sets about poisoning Othello's mind against his chaste and loving wife, convincing the Moor that Desdemona has been unfaithful to him with Cassio. The events that follow lay out one of the most masterful and heartbreaking examples of dramatic irony.

                        While I am not usually one to go in for tragedies, I do thoroughly enjoy this particular play. The story is expertly woven, with each twist in the plot simultaneously wrenching the reader's / viewer's heart. We know exactly what is going on, even though the characters do not, and this is what makes "Othello" such a very tragic story. And yet, in the end we are left with a sense of resolution and justice, not merely empty sorrow, and perhaps this is what appeals to me about this play.

                        Nevertheless, I do not think the play is perfect (though my 4-star rating here is in comparison with Shakespeare's other works, and not drama in general; against most other drama I would award it a 5-star rating). While I do think Iago is a brilliant character, I cannot help thinking that his hatred for Othello seems rather disproportionate to the wrongs he thinks have been done against him. He is upset over not being given the lieutenancy, but is this reason enough to bring about so many deaths? There is also the fact that Iago suspects his own wife, Emilia, has been unfaithful with the Moor, but Iago has no actual proof of this. However, this disproportionality is one I am willing to overlook for the sake of enjoyment of the play. What bothers me slightly more is that Othello, presumeably a very intelligent man, would allow a mere suspicion to grow into such an intense state of jealousy when he has no definite proof of his wife's infidelity. One would think he would do some investigation for himself, rather than being content to have Iago feed him all the "facts."

                        I now wish to comment on the particular edition of this play that I read - the 1993 "New Folger Library" printing, edited by Barbara A. Mowat and Paul Werstine. I have read several of of the Folger versions of Shakespeare's plays, and have found them unbeatable as far as making Shakespeare's works accessible to the layman. The book is laid out with the text of the play appearing on the right-hand page of each two-page spread, while the left-hand page contains textual notes that are of tremendous help in understanding the play. Words and phrases that have become obsolete since Shakespeare's day are defined clearly, and any allusions that would not be obvious to a modern reader are also explained. The fact that one can access these notes without having to flip back and forth through the pages makes it much easier to maintain one's place and train of thought.

                        Another thing I like about this particular edition is that it contains the entire play. Two versions of "Othello" were published in Shakespere's day - a Quarto, which was a small and slightly condensed version, appeared in 1622, and the longer Folio version was published in 1623. Each version is slightly different, containing bits and pieces not present in the other. This printing of the play contains the entirety of both versions combined into one, with brackets around those words that appear in only one or the other of the original printings.

                        In addition to the play itself, this book contains an excellent introduction, with information about the play, the language of the time, drama in general, Shakespeare himself, theater in Shakespeare's day, a bit about his other works, and some editorial notes on this particular edition of "Othello." Thus, even the rankest newcomer to Shakespeare will not be at a loss here, though the book is equally suitable for those already familiar with Shakespeare and his works. At the end of the book is a brief but interesting and well-written essay entitled "Othello: A Modern Perspective" by Susan Snyder which offers further analysis of the play. I highly recommend the Folger editions of any of Shakespeare's plays to all readers. They are wonderful for use in the classroom, and also make it much easier to delve into Shakespeare on one's own.
                        Women in Ancient Greece and Rome (Cambridge Educational)
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                          Michael Massey
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