Dermot Gilleece loves his subject matter as unconditionally as a parent loves their child. One of Ireland's most respected and popular writers, his wonderful feel for the game of golf shines through on every page. He has lovingly collects small gems and nuggets like a master jeweller and created a priceless artefact for the game.

Most golf lovers will never get the chance to bruise the hallowed turf of St Andrews or Augusta National but Dermot takes us with him to the press centres and locker rooms of the golf's storied venues, where we meet all the greats from Sam Snead, Christy O'Connor and Joe Carr to Jack Nicklaus, Tom Watson, Greg Norman, Seve Ballesteros, Padraig Harrington and Tiger Woods. An absolute must for any golfing library.

Philomena (“Phil”) Garvey, the slim, fair-haired girl from the small village of Baltray sadly passed away this year on the doorstep of her beloved County Louth Golf Club. Phil dominated ladies’ golf in Ireland from 1946 to 1970, achieving celebrity status at a time when golf was mainly a male preserve. 

One man’s incredible journey through the Irish golfing landscape in a camper van. A great achievement.

He made writing seem like fun. Masterful.

A great story told by a great storyteller.

Charles Darwin would have loved this book.

Padraig Harrington in his own words.

A highly entertaining portrait of one of Irish golf' best-loved characters.

A labour of love. This book captures the spirit of some of Ireland’s greatest amateur golfers.

One of the most entertaining golf books around. A thoroughly enjoyable read.