A line o' gowf or two

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A line o' gowf or two

by Bert Leston Taylor

EN·~3 hours·8 chapters

Chapters

8 total
1

A Line o’ Gowf or Two

0:49
2

Foreword

0:03
3

Introduction

18:42
4

A GOLFER’S GARDEN OF VERSES.

1:10:41
5

THE LINKS OF ANCIENT ROME.

3:22
6

THE LINKS OF ANCIENT ROME.

28:34
7

Putting, Mashie and Midiron.

42:29
8

THE GOLFER’S PRIMER

48:14

Description

A witty, breezy collection of essays that treats golf as a charming laboratory for language, observation, and everyday philosophy. The author’s keen eye turns the swing, the divot and the clubhouse chatter into comic sketches that sparkle with the cadence of early‑twentieth‑century prose. Readers are invited to stroll through the fairways of humor, where each anecdote doubles as a gentle reminder that the sport’s rituals are as revealing as any social tableau.

An introductory voice sets the tone, sharing a friendship forged over shared rounds and lively debate. The pieces weave together personal quirks, playful theories of rhythm, and the simple pleasures of a well‑timed putt, all while keeping the language inviting for the modern ear. Listeners will find a delightful blend of sport and satire that feels both timeless and warmly immediate.

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Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (204K characters)

Release date

2025-04-02

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

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About the author

Bert Leston Taylor

Bert Leston Taylor

1866–1921

A witty newspaper columnist and poet, he became one of the best-known voices in early 20th-century Chicago literary life. His light verse and sharp humor made "A Line o' Type or Two" a favorite with readers.

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