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“One of the best golf books this century.” —Golf Digest “Tom Coyne has a knack for setting impossible tasks for himself. . . . Mr. Coyne is back at it again with A Course Called Scotland. This time he avails himself of cars, planes, and ferries, but the task he sets is no less preposterous: to play 107 courses in 56 days. . . . Readers who enjoyed Mr. Coyne’s rollicking Irish book will be interested to learn how their fearless travel guide has fared in the intervening years. . . . There’s no less wit in the writing—British weather forecasts, he concludes, are ‘as useful as ashtrays on motorbikes’—and almost as many well-rendered characters, both locals he meets and friends and readers who join him along the way. . . . All the famous courses are here: St. Andrews, Dornoch, Turnberry, Carnoustie. But even seasoned golf travelers will be unfamiliar with many of the courses Mr. Coyne finds. He tees it up where nature carved holes that no architect would dream of, where 12 holes instead of 18 suit the members just fine, and where munching sheep, not mowers, keep the fairway grass short. Does he discover the secret to the game? He finds several, including, most practically, ‘never, ever give up.’ ” —John Paul Newport, The Wall Street Journal “They said it couldn’t be done—that he’d never be able to top Ireland. But with Scotland, he did it. Damn you, Tom Coyne!” —Michael Bamberger, author of Men in Green “A fast-moving, insightful, often funny travelogue encompassing the width of much of the British Isles . . . One of the reasons A Course Called Scotland works so well is because Coyne extended an offhanded invitation to listeners of a radio show to join him in Scotland. . . . The eclectic cast of characters who pop up throughout the story underscore the deep connections forged through travel.” —Golfweek “Coyne has a wonderful way of making the reader feel a part of the quest. You experience his trials and tribulations as well as the sense of wonder and awe that comes with playing golf in Scotland.” —Chicago Tribune “There is a purity in the Scots’ game that isn’t about manicured greens or a ball’s ‘spin rate.’ Coyne admires their ‘homemade’ swings that merely focus on getting the golf ball around the course and in the hole. He becomes convinced that perfection is an illusion, though a powerful one. He slowly accepts his limitations, one day at a time, swing after swing.” —Bloomberg “Tom Coyne’s much-anticipated follow-up to his fun book A Course Called Ireland lived up to my high expectations. Who wouldn’t be jealous of Coyne’s adventures getting to play every links in Scotland? He mixes well his commentary on the courses with the historical significance of each place he visits. This is a must-read.” —Golf Advisor “The author entertains us with accounts of foul weather, fair friends (one of whom got hit in the face with a drive), and astonishing courses, some dating back centuries. . . . Golfers and golf-o-philes will gobble this down.” —Kirkus Reviews “In this witty and charming follow-up to A Course Called Ireland, Coyne continues living a golfer’s dream by playing every links course in Scotland, golf’s birthplace. . . . Enthusiasts will revel in Coyne’s eloquent narration of his course-by-course adventures, while casual fans might be tempted to pick up their clubs a little more often.” —Publishers Weekly “Fighting through physical exhaustion, self-doubt, homesickness and spates of nasty weather, Coyne knocks out 111 full or partial rounds on 107 courses, sometimes three rounds a day, in his search for the ‘secret’ of great golf. It’s no secret that his passion for the game (and life) shows through on every page, and we get to follow his every step through modern golf’s birthplace.” —Golf Tips Magazine “News of a new tale by Tom Coyne is always reason to celebrate—assuming you love golf, irresistible storytelling, a cast of colorful characters and a poignant journey through the birthplace of the game. Lots of us share Tom’s Mitty-dream of running away to the great links lands and the lesser known coastal gems of Scotland. But he’s masterfully accomplished the feat with his charming pilgrimage around the game’s Holy Land that unfolds as smoothly as a fine single malt. Coyne's trademark wit, humor, unerring ear for the locals, and deep knowledge of the game are on full display, rendering this a poetic journey you won’t soon forget.” —James Dodson, author of Final Rounds Praise for A Course Called Ireland "There is no golf trip like an Irish golf trip, and Tom Coyne has risen to meet that road. I look forward to reading this again. Pack it with your sticks." —Bill Murray "Equal parts touching, wry, and hilarious." —The New York Times "Witty and winning . . . A joy from start to finish." —The Wall Street Journal "Like the country itself, Coyne's book is an affable ramble through a charmed land." —Chicago Tribune "A Course Called Ireland explores the history of the land being traveled and pauses for tales both tall and short, as well as, in this case, for pub songs. Coyne finds plenty of all of the above from Kilkee to Kerry, the long way. Golfers reading this book may wish they'd been walking by Coyne's side." —Boston Globe "A delightful and fun book." —Minneapolis Star-Tribune "A really good read." —The Modesto Bee
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About the Author
Tom Coyne is the author of the New York Times bestsellers A Course Called Ireland and A Course Called Scotland; Paper Tiger; and the novel A Gentleman’s Game, named one of the best twenty-five sports books of all time by The Philadelphia Daily News and adapted into a motion picture starring Gary Sinise. He has written for GOLF Magazine, Sports Illustrated, The Golfer’s Journal, and numerous other publications. He earned an MFA in fiction writing from the University of Notre Dame, where he won the William Mitchell Award for distinguished achievement. He lives in Philadelphia with his wife and two daughters, and he is an associate professor of English at St. Joseph’s University.
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Product details
Hardcover: 336 pages
Publisher: Simon & Schuster (July 3, 2018)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1476754284
ISBN-13: 978-1476754284
Product Dimensions:
6.1 x 1.3 x 9.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review:
4.7 out of 5 stars
65 customer reviews
Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
#22,487 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
Years ago, after I read A Course Called Ireland, Tom Coyne became the only author in my well traveled path down hundreds of tomes of non-fiction and fiction literature that I ever tracked down to say...wow! I loved this!As is true of Tom’s other books, his new release, A Course Called Scotland is about more than just golf. This man knows his words, when to choose them and then where to put them in a sentence - seamlessly and unforced. Frankly, I think he could write about the internecine battle between the pansy and the primrose for garden supremacy and make it interesting.A Course Called Scotland is not a murder mystery nor does it contain passages of lurid sex. It is about a man, his state of mind, and a game that continually screws with it...despite all his other talents, Tom, on occasion, has had to struggle with his own demons, but hey, who hasn’t? (He manages to slay at least one by book’s end).In addition to being a consummate wordsmith, Tom has great respect for the game, its history and traditions; he not only has “game†himself, but a helluva lot of stamina, to boot (on many fronts). Different people look for different things in a book about a guy trying to discover if the secret to his life and the secret of golf are somehow intertwined...while simultaneously trying to qualify for The Open Championship - all I know is that you will not be sorry if you get this one and give it a whirl. Two (2) thumbs up.
What a blast! Tom Coyne's crazy golf travels are back, with a journey even more epic/insane than Ireland. His ability to describe the courses of Scotland is only surpassed by the humor he relates through he and his friends' travels along the way. More than just a golf book, I felt this to be an amazing tale of the human condition as Tom conquers much more than 111 courses in 57 days, which in and of itself should be enough. Can't wait to read again and see what "Course" comes next!
I really enjoyed reading Tom Coyne's book, "A Course Called Ireland", and didn't expect that he'd be able to surpass it...Boy, was I ever wrong! "A Course Called Scotland" features a person I would much rather play golf and hang out with, versus the "Old Tom Coyne" from his Irish adventure.I absolutely love how Tom connected with his family, friends, fans and readers before, during, and after this latest journey; he is truly one of the most accessible authors I've ever seen.Just as impressive, Tom Coyne articulates his growth as a golfer with genuine emotion, painting beautiful word pictures. This book resonated with me on every page, and got me even more excited to play golf in Scotland next month!This is an amazing story...If you have a love for our game, you'll be even more enamored as you join Tom Coyne on this voyage of discovery!
Tom Coyne's previous book, "A Course Called Ireland" is one of my all-time favorite books. I've probably read it a dozen times.When I heard he was doing a new book, this time about Scotland, I thought it couldn't be done. Nothing could live up to that previous book.Was I wrong. A Course Called Scotland is incredible. I'd give it six stars if possible.My wife - who is not an avid golf fan - puts it best: Tom Coyne's books are great because they're not about golf: they're about people.Coyne introduces a new character in Scotland, and the book is an epic odyssey that will have you packing your bags for the highlands.
This is a GREAT golf book. If you have any interest in the game, especially how it is played in Scotland, this is a must read. But it is so much more. Whether you are obsessed with golf or have never held a club in your hand, I recommend “A Course Called Scotland.â€Nearly ten years ago, I received a book as a gift that changed my perspective on the game of golf. I loved playing the game, but knew little of its origins and how differently the game is played on true links courses. I thoroughly enjoy reading in “A Course Called Ireland†how golf is played in that part of the world, but I was also introduced to Tom Coyne’s view on that island – its people, its politics, its walkability, and its history (and its golf). Really, I was introduced to one man’s love of Ireland and this beautiful, frustrating game.Now, in what can be called a sequel, we are able to enjoy yet another great golf book, but also another great love story. “A Course Called Scotland†is about love of a game and its origins, but also love of family and friends, love of an attitude and way of life that exists in a nation roughly the size of the state of Maine, love of landscape created by nature rather than heavy machinery, and at the end of the day (or an insane two month journey) love of life itself.I received a 100% satisfaction rating from people I recommended “A Course Called Irelandâ€; family and friends that are golfers and non-golfers found it informative and entertaining. I believe “A Course Called Scotland†is both of those, but is also a window into the soul of the game and an imperfect man – a man who is full of faults but also full of love and a desire to better himself. As you turn the pages, you are there with the author fighting exhaustion, the unexpected, and self-doubt during this journey – not just in Scotland, but during all our days. This book will teach you, make you laugh, move you, and maybe make you dream of a better life on and off the course. You’ll be glad you read it on your journey.
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