The Golden Age of Pinehurst

The Story of the Rebirth of No. 2

By Lee Pace | Publisher: Pinehurst LLC

About the book

One of the finest golf courses in America in the early 1900s was the revered Pinehurst No. 2, designed by the legendary Donald Ross and first opened in 1907. Physically and mentally demanding, the course gave players options on every hole and required them to envision and execute recovery shots from the sandy perimeters and the pine forests as well as think creatively around the intricate greens. As a result, No. 2 became a favorite of the nation’s top amateurs and professionals. Unfortunately, a modernization of the course over the last four decades stripped it of much of its character. In The Golden Age of Pinehurst, Lee Pace chronicles the breathtaking restoration of No. 2 from its recent slick and monochromatic presentation back to a natural potpourri of hardpan sand, wire grass, and Sandhills pine needles. The restored No. 2 — accessible for amateur play, yet challenging enough for the professional — once again stands apart for its beauty, strategic appeal, and Old World flavor.

Editions of The Golden Age of Pinehurst

Hardcover
ISBN 9781469607900
EBook
ISBN 9798890846181
EBook
ISBN 9781469607917

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One of the finest golf courses in America in the early 1900s was the revered Pinehurst No. 2, designed by the legendary Donald Ross and first opened in 1907. Physically and mentally demanding, the course gave players options on every hole and required them to envision and execute recovery shots from the sandy perimeters and the pine forests as well as think creatively around the intricate greens. As a result, No. 2 became a favorite of the nation’s top amateurs and professionals. Unfortunately, a modernization of the course over the last four decades stripped it of much of its character. In The Golden Age of Pinehurst, Lee Pace chronicles the breathtaking restoration of No. 2 from its recent slick and monochromatic presentation back to a natural potpourri of hardpan sand, wire grass, and Sandhills pine needles. The restored No. 2 — accessible for amateur play, yet challenging enough for the professional — once again stands apart for its beauty, strategic appeal, and Old World flavor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Golden Age of Pinehurst about?

One of the finest golf courses in America in the early 1900s was the revered Pinehurst No. 2, designed by the legendary Donald Ross and first opened in 1907. Physically and mentally demanding, the course gave players options on every hole and required them to envision and execute recovery shots from the sandy perimeters and the pine forests as well as think creatively around the intricate greens. As a result, No. 2 became a favorite of the nation’s top amateurs and professionals. Unfortunately, a modernization of the course over the last four decades stripped it of much of its character. In The Golden Age of Pinehurst, Lee Pace chronicles the breathtaking restoration of No. 2 from its recent slick and monochromatic presentation back to a natural potpourri of hardpan sand, wire grass, and Sandhills pine needles. The restored No. 2 — accessible for amateur play, yet challenging enough for the professional — once again stands apart for its beauty, strategic appeal, and Old World flavor.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Golden Age of Pinehurst?

Sports and Active outdoor recreation > Ball sports / ball games > Golf

Where can I read a sample of The Golden Age of Pinehurst?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781469607900

How long is The Golden Age of Pinehurst and how many pages does it have?

The Golden Age of Pinehurst has 336 page(s)

Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Golden Age of Pinehurst?

Lee Pace

Who is the Publisher of the book The Golden Age of Pinehurst?

Pinehurst LLC

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

The Golden Age of Pinehurst is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781469607900) and ebook(ISBN 9798890846181) and ebook(ISBN 9781469607917)

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