Books, Books, and more books

Besides TGM by Kelley here are some of the golf books that I love that confirm what Homer found and/or reinforce his basic concepts. Williams book is a jewel of info if you like the science. Hall's is simply great. The Johnson book has drills with plane board and brooms that are GREAT. Alex Hay was ahead of Homer and right on target (FLW/Bent Right).


The Science of the Golf Swing
by Dave Williams

How to Win the Three Games of Golf
by Hank Johnson

Martin Hall's Golf Myths Exposed
by Martin Hall, Steve Hosid

The Mechanics of Golf
by Alex Hay

The search for the perfect swing
by A. J. Cochran, John Stobbs

Does anyone have any others they recommend?

Just thought I would ask.

Originally Posted by kmmcnabb

Besides TGM by Kelley here are some of the golf books that I love that confirm what Homer found and/or reinforce his basic concepts. Does anyone have any others they recommend?

On Learning Golf by Percy Boomer (1946)

How To Play Your Best Golf All the Time by Tommy Armour (1953)

I have "Play your best golf" but not the other book. I will pick that one up. Keep 'em coming folks.

Building up my golf book library (finally got a 2nd Ed. The Science of Golf this week, the internet is awesome for finding treasures)......

Anymore, anyone?

"Golf swing secrets... and lies" by Michael Hebron

Originally Posted by kmmcnabb

I have "Play your best golf" but not the other book. I will pick that one up.

There are many gems in Tommy Armour's book. And since the book remains true to its title How To PLAY Your Best Golf All the Time [Emphasis added], not all of them relate to the Golf Stroke itself. However, there also are a few pitfalls:

1. Be sure to interpret his Swinger's 'Right Hand Hell-Whacking' as the Right Forearm and #3 Pressure sensing Clubhead Lag Pressure and Acceleration -- a very strong correct sensation -- not as a Right Wrist Flattening through Impact ('False Feel' Wrist Action and Throwaway per 6-D-0).

2. Do not overdo the Knee Motion idea (on either the Backstroke or the Downstroke). [You won't if you use the illustrations as a guide.] The Knees and Feet 'anchor' the Stroke. They do move, but only to the extent required to support the motion of the Hips. Their principal function is to keep the Head steady and mantain Balance (two of the Three Essentials).

3. The recommended Grip is a bit '10-2-D-ish' (Left Hand Turned, not Vertical), but not exaggerated. If you've got to err, that's the side to err on. Just be sure to heed the advice and illustration of the Double Cocked Wrist Action at the Top (10-18-B / Cocked and Bent).

Thanks to you both. Yoda, I printed out your post and will put it in the front of the book for reference. Thanks.

K

For starters:

"Better Golf Without Practice," Alex Morrison
"The Golf Swing in the Plural," L.L.B. Angus
Previously mentioned "Science of the Golf Swing," Dr. David Williams (next to the third edition of TGM, one of the hardest books to find). I didn't realize there was another copy out there.

"Golf Swing Secrets and Lies" -Mike Hebron
"Golf Mind, Golf Body, Golf Swing" -Mike Hebron
"The Four Magic Moves to Winning Golf" -Joe Dante

For the pictures:
"Swing to Better Golf" Louis T. Stanley
Ben Hogan's Power Golf
Sam Snead's How I Play Golf

"How to Feel A Real Golf Swing" - Toski/Love

An excellent description of how to 'swing'.

The Golf Manual by Alex Hay.

Strong correlation to TGM but no references to it or use of any of the terminology.

Thanks for the help everyone. I have added them to my list, I especially appreciate the comments on what to look for in each. I collect most for pictures but have tried to find those from TGM folks to reinforce the yellow book.

I picked up the Williams book second edition (old library book) for about 60 bucks (with shipping). Got really lucky when it came up on abe book exchange and ordered it right away. Has the library stamps but the pages are crisp and clean. Really looks like no one ever read it. Of course it is a second edition so the cost should be less. Since I wanted the info and don't plan to sell it, first edition was not a problem. I ordered his published paper from Qtrly Journal of Mechanics and Applied Mathematics. Once it arrives, I will pdf it and if anyone else wants it, just shoot me your email and I will send it to you. Give me a week or so for it to get here.

I also added more Alex Hay books (thanks Burner) and plan to look at them carefully. No TGM terms but lots of TGM action (FLW/BRW, etc).

Thanks all.