Dormie One: And Other Golf Stories (1917)

Dormie One: And Other Golf Stories is a collection of short stories written by Holworthy Hall and published in 1917. The book revolves around the sport of golf and its various aspects, including the players, the courses, the equipment, and the culture surrounding it. The title story, Dormie One, is about a young golfer who is facing a crucial match against a seasoned opponent. The story captures the tension and drama of the game, as well as the mental and emotional challenges faced by the players. Other stories in the book include The Caddie, The Nineteenth Hole, and The Longest Drive, each exploring different aspects of the golfing world.The book is written in a lively and engaging style, with vivid descriptions of the golf courses and the players' experiences. It also provides insights into the social and cultural context of golf in the early 20th century, including the role of women in the sport and the class distinctions that existed among golfers.Overall, Dormie One: And Other Golf Stories is a classic work of golf literature that will appeal to fans of the sport and anyone interested in the history and culture of golf.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.