Precision Putting Book (Copyright 1999, 168 pages)
The 300-yard drive and oversized, titanium-headed clubs are the fascination of modern golf. However, smart and successful golfers know the wisdom of the old saying drive for show, putt for dough. While launching the ball far off the tee may impress playing partners and bystanders, sinking putts consistently once on the green is more important for shooting a low score. Regardless of your handicap or experience, you can become a first-rate putter with the instruction, drills, and insights in Precision Putting. Written by GOLF Magazine editor James A. Frank, this all-in-one manual provides detailed descriptions and more than 100 photographs for the proper set-up and stroke for 25 different putting situations. From improving your stance to bearing down in pressure situations to putting better from the fringe, this book covers it all. Throughout the book, Frank offers tips for practice, mental preparation, and etiquette. And, in special sidebar features, you'll learn the secrets of several of the game's best all-time putters-such as Bobby Jones, Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Nancy Lopez, and Ben Crenshaw. Precision Putting is part of Human Kinetics' Precision Golf Series, a collection of books featuring specific, in-depth instruction and focused drills designed to improve the key components of a golfer's game. About the Author James A. Frank, the editor of GOLF Magazine since 1990, has become one of the foremost writers on golf instruction, especially regarding short-game skills. Frank recently co-authored GOLF Magazine's Complete Book of Golf Instruction, for which he wrote the chapters on sand play, short game, and putting. He wrote the successful books The Golfer's Companion and Golf Secrets and co-authored several other books. He also authored a weekly series of golf tips for Gannett News Service for three years. Frank lives just outside New York City. When he is not working or with his family, odds are great that Frank is inside 100 yards of the green. Table of Contents Chapter 1. The Set-Up Chapter 2. The Stroke Chapter 3. Situations Chapter 4. Conditions Chapter 5. Equipment Chapter 6. Practice Chapter 7. Mental Focus Chapter 8. Etiquette Words of Praise Jim Frank is not just a good guy and a great writer. As editor of GOLF Magazine, he has 'seen' and 'edited' it all! Jim's book should probably be titled 'A practical guide to help your putting,' and if you follow his suggestions, you will putt better. Dave Pelz Owner, Dave Pelz Golf (Dave