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Golf Rules & Etiquette for Dummies

Golf Rules & Etiquette for Dummies

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Author: John Steinbreder
Publisher: For Dummies
Category: Book

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Rating: 3.0 out of 5 stars 7 reviews
Sales Rank: 99721

Media: Paperback
Edition: 1
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 192
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.6
Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.5

ISBN: 076455333X
Dewey Decimal Number: 796.3520202
UPC: 785555054554
EAN: 9780764553332
ASIN: 076455333X

Publication Date: March 22, 2001
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

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Product Description
How to stick to the rules -- and avoid the traps of the game

Filled with tips and anecdotes from the pros plus the 34 rules of golf, this ideal companion to the top-selling Golf For Dummies, 2nd Edition includes:

  • Expert advice on the do's and don'ts of golf etiquette -- from dress code to betting on the game
  • Advice on how to survive a business golf outing -- plus tips on behavior as both a spectator and a player
  • The inside scoop on proper etiquette, from replacing divots to using your cell phone



Customer Reviews:   Read 2 more reviews...

4 out of 5 stars Book is not for Dummies   August 22, 2008
The book is very well written and organized. The afternoon after I presented it to my wife she called me on telling stories while on the tee box (an etiquette no no from the book). I talk less now during golf. I purchased the book to help a ladies group learn the rules of golf and etiquette at their request. It has been a good training aid for this new group of golfers and a fine addition to the club.


2 out of 5 stars Rules light   December 18, 2007
 1 out of 1 found this review helpful

This book contains dated material. As of january 1, 2008 the Rules and the decisions of golf have been substantial changes. All of then good and many of them will come into play every day. Also, the author references 5 dumest interpretations and goes on to state that Rules officials should not be so strict in interpreting the Rules. While that may be a nice thought, the realities are that the writers of the Rules (The USGA and The R&A) put enormous thought into the way the rules are written so that Officials in the field can uniformly interpret the rules. The Officials have no room for error in ensuring that all players are playing by the same rules and playing on a level playing field. It is an interesting book, just don't make any wagers based on what you read inside. If you really want to understand the rules purchase the publication: Decisions on the Rules of Golf from the USGA.


4 out of 5 stars Worth a quick read   October 11, 2007
Read this book in combination with Golf for Dummies as I begin the process of taking up the game. It is worth a quick read. No book is a substitute for lessons with a PGA pro, which I am doing. However, it is useful to be alerted to the culture of golf and able to avoid being a jerk unintentionally.


3 out of 5 stars Long on etiquette, short on rules   November 14, 2003
I was looking for a book to explain the rules better, and this wasn't it. It went into lots of details about etiquette, tipping, how to play with your boss, etc.. The author expresses lots of personal philosophy about why you should walk, why you should use a caddy, and all about betting. The rules section was a short discussion that didn't elaborate on the USGA handbook much.

The stories are enjoyable, especially the one about the Chairman at Augusta National offering to cut a deck a cards for a loudmouth gambler's entire 40 million net worth.

This is one to borrow, not to buy.


3 out of 5 stars good place for beginners...   July 4, 2003
 1 out of 1 found this review helpful

but experienced golfers might need a little more. Very easy read!

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