Methods of Early Golf Architecture: The Selected Writings of Alister MacKenzie, H.S. Colt, and A.W. Tillinghast

This is a 3/8-inch thick (5.5w x 8h-inch) paperback with 1/8-inch tall (large) print easy to read with 71 y.o. eyes on plane to Palm Springs golf tournament. It was entertaining light reading offering insight into golf architecture design philosophies of MacKenzie, Colt, & Tillinghast in early 1900's. Some archaic terms included -- Wikipedia time -- and humorous antidotes abound. Fits easily into smaller shoulder case with Airline tickets and other emergency-lost-baggage-items.

I really enjoyed this quick and easy to read compilation of excerpts from three master designers. Not only did it give me much more insight into what goes into good course design, it also changed my views about how to enjoy the game even more while playing.

wonderful perspective from classic architects of the early 20th century. I only wish it had included comments from Donald Ross.Paperback arrived ahead of schedule in good comdition.

classic golf....it is not just golf course but one of humans toy which can be on earth forever. i like it.

Very concise but good to read. Even though it is short it is a fun read. Good short book. Nice.

Nicely condensed writings of the founders of golf architecture. Quick,easy read, well worth the effort for all golf architecture students.

A short, quick read that provides great insights into the history of golf course architecture.

great perspective!

For those interested in the beginnings of the construction of the great golf courses we enjoy into the 21st Century this is an insight to the thoughts of the golfing architects of that era. Whilst modern science and machinery have developed to evolve those courses to the present day, it is fascinating to understand how the golfing architect worked with the developer to create their dream. Many of the fundamental principles apply to this day.

What a wonderful book! The authors are brilliant and the content enthralling. If you're interested in golf this is a must. Don't forget Coilt's Essays on Golf course Architecture as well, though!

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