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Tommy's Honor: The Story of Old Tom Morris and Young Tom Morris, Golf's Founding Father and Son

Kevin Cook
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Tommy's Honor: The Story of Old Tom Morris and Young Tom Morris, Golf's Founding Father and Son

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2007

Book Brief

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Kevin Cook

Tommy's Honor: The Story of Old Tom Morris and Young Tom Morris, Golf's Founding Father and Son

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

327

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Biography
Setting

St. Andrews, Scotland • 19th century

Topic
Sports

World History
Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Tommy's Honor: The Story of Old Tom Morris and Young Tom Morris, Golf's Founding Father and Son by Kevin Cook chronicles the lives of golf pioneers Old Tom Morris and Young Tom Morris, detailing their contributions to the sport and exploring their personal and professional relationships in 19th-century Scotland.

Informative

Nostalgic

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.5

1,884 ratings

91%

Loved it

7%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Tommy's Honor by Kevin Cook offers a captivating look into the lives of Old Tom and Young Tom Morris, pivotal figures in golf history. The book is praised for its engaging narrative and rich historical detail, though some readers find the pacing uneven. Cook's meticulous research and storytelling illuminate the personal and professional struggles of this iconic duo.

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Who Should Read Tommy's Honor: The Story of Old Tom Morris and Young Tom Morris, Golf's Founding Father and Son?

Golf enthusiasts, history buffs, and readers intrigued by sports biographies will enjoy Tommy's Honor: The Story of Old Tom Morris and Young Tom Morris, Golf's Founding Father and Son. Comparable to The Greatest Game Ever Played by Mark Frost, it blends sports history with personal tales.

4.5

1,884 ratings

91%

Loved it

7%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

327

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Biography
Setting

St. Andrews, Scotland • 19th century

Topic
Sports

World History
Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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