Game for a Lifetime: More Lessons and Teachings

by Harvey Penick

Book Overview

Timeless lessons from the master of the game. This, the fourth book by Harvey Penick, was nearly finished when he died in April 1995. A return to the timeless wisdom that has made his first... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0684800594
• ISBN13: 9780684800592
• Release Date: April 1996
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.4" x 7.8"

Customer Reviews

A "must" for golfers, but others will want to read it too

I haven't played golf for many years, yet I remain a fan of the game . . . as such, I thoroughly enjoyed listening to THE GAME OF A LIFETIME by Harvey Penick with Bud Shrank. The book's subtitle says it all: MORE LESSONS AND TEACHINGS . . . though published in 1996, shortly after Penick's death, it is still surprisingly relevant . . . any fan of the sport will appreciate the many tidbits of useful life from one of America's best-loved teachers of the game. I especially liked hearing about how he helped develop the careers of two of his most famous pupils, Ben Crenshaw and Tom Kite . . . however, equally noteworthy was his account of seeing somebody with an unorthodox grip or swing who posted great scores--and tell that person not to let anybody fiddle with his game. Jack Whitaker's narration was excellent . . . I also liked hearing from Tinsley Penick, his son, at the end of the program. THE GAME FOR A LIFETIME is a "must" for any golfer, yet I'd recommend it to non-golfers as well if just for them to discover what their spouses and friends find so exciting.

A Classic Help From the Beginning

I was given this book by my dad when I made my high school golf team and I can honestly say it's the one thing that got my game on track. From the minute I read the first page, I was hooked. His lessons make so much sense, and his love for the game enlightens you as you read it. From the greenside bunker shots, to the "waggle" before a swing, this book has it all. The choice of words Penick uses and his approach to teaching are very unique, yet beautiful. He teaches the person, not the swing. I reccommend this book to anyone who wants to better their game as well as their life. A MUSTREAD FOR GOLFERS!

You must add this book to your Penick collection.

If you enjoyed Harvey's other books, you'll also enjoy this one. My wife ordered it for my birthday, and I couldn't put it down. There are more interesting anecdotes and golf wisdoms from golf's greatest all-time teacher. Like his other books, you feel as if you're sitting with him in his golf cart under the shade of a big old pecan tree at his beloved Austin Country Club. It's a quick read, and the stories he tells will stay with you on the golf course forever. Thanks, Harvey.