In Search of Burningbush: A Story of Golf, Friendship and the Meaning of Irons | 
 enlarge | Author: Michael Konik
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
Category: Book
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Rating:  17 reviews
Sales Rank: 490102
Media: Hardcover
Edition: 1
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 279
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.9
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 1.3
ISBN: 0071435212
Dewey Decimal Number: 796.352
UPC: 639785385820
EAN: 9780071435215
ASIN: 0071435212
Publication Date: March 26, 2004
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Condition: New - may have a small remainder mark on the edge.
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"Few authors write as passionately about the game of golf as Michael Konik. In Search of Burningbush communicates why the greatest sport in the world has touched so many lives so deeply, including mine." --Jack Nicklaus "Golf is a game of Spirit and spirits. This true story, which reads like good fiction, describes a journey into golf's magical realms."--Michael Murphy, author of Golf in the Kingdom and chairman & cofounder of Esalen Institute "I thoroughly enjoyed reading Michael Konik's In Search of Burningbush. As the story of one man's quest to experience the ultimate in golf in Scotland despite all odds, it is an inspirational must-read for golf fanatics." --Ty M. Votaw, LPGA Commissioner
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Connections to Two Buddies Via Scotland Via Golf via Life January 25, 2006
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
What a fascinating, captivating read. Konik certainly has the gift of a talented wordsmith. Passion exudes from these pages of his desire for a true golf buddy, and it comes in form of physically strapped Don. Through this buddy, life in whole new dimensions is opened for Mike through golf excursion to Golf's Holy Ground.
Connections ensue about lovers, Shivas Irons, bravery, betting and many more.
The whirlwind tour that they have leaves one energized and somewhat mystically partaking in their great turf adventure fortnight in Scotland itself. So much remembered here connects with us readers. For this reviewer, golfing buddies habits which set one off, ala Don's smoking habits. One of my links buds, a psychologist takes his whole bag off the cart to hit a shot which couldn't require more than two, max three club choice. Or those encanted moments after multi-round experiences huddling and going through the scorecards as if they were travel slide shows.
This is just exceptional work. One I'll cherish and turn to again over time to make those connections again. Play on!
A Hole in One June 7, 2005
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Magnificent. Personally, I have never played a round of golf, however, I was encouraged by a golfing buddy to read this book. When I finished the book, I called to thank him. This journey takes you beyond the beautiful courses of Scotland and into your own heart. Author Konik does a masterful job of conveying an introspective look into himself, his relationship with his friend, Don and ultimately an examination into the reader's own being. Incredible.
Touched a Non-Golfer in His Heart May 30, 2005
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I'm a tennis man myself and only procured this fine book because I was so impressed by the author's other book, "Ella in Europe," which had me weeping tears of joy. Even though I didn't appreciate the golf descriptions in "In Search of Burningbush," I found the author's perspective on friendship and spiritualism to be a revelation. Before I read Mr. Konik's dog book, I was not aware of this man's writing talent. After reading "In Search of Burningbush," I feel confident in saying that he is one of the great writers working today.
Burningbush Connects with Golfers January 28, 2005
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
This book not only captures the true meaning of friendship; it defines how friendships are formed and enhanced by the great game of golf. Add Konik's deep appreciation for the Scots' gift of golf to the world and you have a work that is a great read and a must for all golfers from duffers to scratch players.
an excellent read for all handicaps..... August 5, 2004
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
I have played played most of the courses mentioned in this very readable book. Their experiences brought back many fine memories.... To go to Scotland with good 'buds' and to see how golf is part of the basic fabic of everyday life there, really sums up the trips I have taken. It is the next best thing to actually going there. Also true to fact, is that there are really no bad links courses, just lesser known ones....
This read compares very favorably with books such as 'A season in Dornock' and should be read prior to any first time trip to Scotland / Ireland.
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