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The Greatest Game Ever Played
- Harry Vardon, Francis Ouimet, and the Birth of Modern Golf
- Narrated by: Robertson Dean
- Length: 17 hrs and 7 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Sports & Outdoors, History of Sports
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Publisher's Summary
Francis Ouimet and Harry Vardon came from different worlds and different generations, but their passion for golf set them on parallel paths that would collide in the greatest match their sport had ever known.
A young Massachusetts native, Francis was only three years removed from his youthful career as a lowly caddie. Harry was twice his age, the greatest British champion in history, and innovator of the modern grip and swing. Through exacting hard work, perseverance, and determination, Harry Vardon had escaped a hopeless life of poverty; the unknown Ouimet dared to dream of following in his hero's footsteps. When the two men finally came together in their legendary battle at the 1913 US Open, its heart-stopping climax gave rise to the sport of golf as we know it today.
Weaving the stories of Ouimet and Vardon as his narrative, Mark Frost creates a uniquely involving, intimate epic that is equal parts sports biography, sweeping social history, and emotional human drama. The Greatest Game Ever Played is a must-listen for millions of sports and history fans - and all who have ever dared to reach for their dreams.
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- Amazon Customer
- 2018-09-13
Greatest books #Audible1
I am a golf enthusiast and bought this book. It was a well written book and well read. You do not have to know too much about golf to listen to this. Great book on audible
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- Warren
- 2015-11-02
Great Book
As in most cases this book is way way better than the movie.. great history of golf with a story thrown in.. fantastic..
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- Nathan
- 2016-02-23
One of the Greatest Golf Stories ever writen
My all time favorite golf film is the one based on this book and this story blows away the movie. Along with The Match (also written by Mark Frost), The Greatest Game Ever Played are by far two of my favorite books ever read or listened to.
If you're a golfer and/or love the game, this book will take you back to a different era of the sport to a time of some of that generations greatest sportsman and ambassadors.
The book is enthralling, captivating, and has not one dull moment. I highly suggest listening to this exquisitely told story of Francis Ouimet and Harry Vardon and everything that lead up to and after the 1913 US Open.
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- Anonymous User
- 2022-07-28
Best golf book ever
This book provides a thrilling recollection of amateur Francis Ouimet’s epic 2013 US Open victory over Harry Vardon and Ted Ray. The two were amongst the best golfers in the world at the time. The book also provides a detailed back story of the early days of American amateur and professional golf. This book will be captivating for any golf nut or casual golf fan
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- Kaaren
- 2022-06-25
Good History of the Advent of US Golf
Enjoyed learning about the origin of golf in the US as well as insight into those who lead the way for today's professional golfers.
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- Matt
- 2022-06-18
Beyond amazing!
Single greatest book I’ve ever read or listened to! Well done indeed! I laughed I cried!
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- CAV
- 2022-06-18
FANTASTIC!!
For anyone that loves the game, from the complete hacker to established professional. Golf history told in an unforgettable story.
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- Amazon Customer
- 2022-04-09
Highly recommend
An excellent, excellent read. Definitely adding to my favorites. If you love sports I recommend adding this to your list. If you loved the movie you’ll love the book.
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- Amazon Customer
- 2021-12-27
The movie is Good, The Book is Great
A very well written book telling the story of golf in the first half of the 20th century with much insight to the time and the people involved.
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- Jon Y.
- 2021-12-19
The greatest sports story, PERIOD!
I cannot say enough good things about this story. Of course I’m a golf lover, however if you simple like great stories, then this one is for you. It’s amazing how Francis’ win forever changed the sports landscape in the USA, and what became of it is still present today. I couldn’t wait to listen to this story…it had me. Highly recommended!!!
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- Chicago
- 2021-12-12
I couldn’t stop listening
I saw the movie years ago. There is so much rich history of the game of golf not even touched upon in the movie. Attention was given to the life of Harry Vardon, as well as Eddy Lowery and other. This book is a must for anyone that loves golf.
