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Good Doctor Returns: Golf Book by Geoff ShackelfordHave you ever wondered what would happen if the great artists of centuries past could return to comment on the evolution of their profession? What would an artist of Van Gogh?s magnitude think of the contemporary artwork of David Hockney? Alternatively, how would Beethoven react to Bob Dylan? In this novel, by Geoff Shackelford, the greatest golf course architect of all time, Dr. Alister MacKenzie, returns to see the modern-day game of golf and the state of his beloved profession. He is less than pleased with what he sees. The Good Doctor Returns is the story of a young but talented golf architect, John Grant, who is frustrated with his job as a design associate with one of the biggest names in the architecture business. He adores the game and has passionately studied the work of all the great architects with the hope of someday creating an artistic masterpiece like Cypress Point or Pinehurst #2. The design firm where he is employed has a different take on the business however, and making as much money as possible seems to be more important than good architectural design. At the height of his frustration, John Grant is contacted by Doctor Alister MacKenzie, who has been in hibernation since his supposed death in 1934. The Good Doctor is determined to protect the values and traditions that have made golf great, and build one last masterpiece. He enlists Grant?s help. They confront modern-day architects, the Augusta National Green Committee, and others on their journey that leads them from MacKenzie?s masterpiece, Augusta National to their design, Pendleton Beach Golf Links. Along the way, Dr. MacKenzie?s witty tales and legendary insight into all facets of life make this an enchanting story that all golfers will cherish. This hardcover golf book is approximately 162 pages in length and a great addition to your golf library. |
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