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'For those who want to read about, learn about or simply look at some great courses Peter Pugh and Henry Lord's study of the architect HS Colt is an absorbing pleasure.' Lawrence Donegan, Guardian. 'This large-format appreciation, thoroughly researched and splendidly illustrated, examines the man [Colt] and his achievements in a style as captivating as the courses themselves.' Jeff Silverman, GOLF Magazine 'A perfect way to whet the appetite of any Colt fan looking at the pleasures of the courses yet to be played... an unqualified recommendation for all golf fans.' Tee Times. ' 'This book will greatly enhance and consolidate Colt's reputation... anyone with even the slightest interest in the golden age of golf course architecture will want to acquire it.' Through the Green.
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This book, voted "GOLF Magazine"'s number 1 golf book of 2009, is a lavish, full-colour essential addition to any golfer's coffee table, featuring Sky Sports' golf commentator Bruce Critchley and five-time Open champion Peter Thomson. 'The real test of a course: is it going to live'? This was the maxim of arguably the greatest ever golf-course architect - Harry Shapland Colt. Having designed or influenced the layout of many of the world's most famous courses - Muirfield, Pine Valley, Wentworth - Colt's creations provide an enduring, pulse-racing test for today's golfer. "Creating Classics" tells the fascinating story of this golf visionary. From Colt's early years at Rye and Sunningdale to his partnerships with the other great architects of the early 20th century, the book embraces the phenomenal designs that emerged from this Golden Age of course construction. For golfers passionate about challenging courses steeped in character, this spectacular book lets players discover the rich heritage of their favourite golfing turf. Colt's definitive 18 holes, as chosen by golf's most distinguished commentator Bruce Critchley, and a foreword from five-time Open champion Peter Thomson, accompany stunning photographs and wonderful personal tales. This book will enlighten all lovers of the game about a special group of courses with unparalleled pedigree and a common bond - Harry Colt.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I received this book as a birthday present earlier this month - it's a thoroughly impressive volume. Being what is politely described as a 'keen amateur golfer' I knew of Harry Colt and Co already of course. This has been put together with real love and care though and was a thoroughly fascinating read. There's some excellent history here, some lovely descriptions of the courses (some of which have been added to my Top 10 I'd Love to Play) and a real appreciation throughout the book both for the reader and of course for the exemplarary work of Mr Colt himself.
Add into that the sumptuous photographs - and some very thoughtful design work - and this really is a rich, elegant book. Heartily recommended to all golfers - or anyone looking to buy a golfer a Christmas present.
Add into that the sumptuous photographs - and some very thoughtful design work - and this really is a rich, elegant book. Heartily recommended to all golfers - or anyone looking to buy a golfer a Christmas present.
Format:Hardcover
If you love Golf and interested in the how some of the best courses were designed and created, then you're in for a treat. The photographs are stunning and really bring this book alive. The authors (Peter Pugh & Henry Lord)have done an excellent job in the research and the presentation of detail relating to the work of Golf course designer Harry Colt. He(Colt)has created some of the finest courses, most of which still exist for us to enjoy. Creating Classics simply oozes tradition - it's a gem.
6 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
and disappoints because it adds very little to what is already published on Colt and his partners. Unlike the other recent bios on Ross, Mackenzie and Macdonald which have a lot of depth.
I got the impression that the authors are unfamiliar with the majority of courses reviewed and didn't do the necessary leg work. There are some curious choices of courses to review: Hankley Common included with only 3 Colt holes? Ditto for Royal Worlington, Formby, Ganton, Alwoodley.. all not really Colt courses. On the flip side, many excellent purely Colt courses have been inexplicably left out. There's also only one course in the USA: Pine Valley. None from Canada? Virtually nothing on Alison in Japan.
There are quite a lot of mistakes too in the stated facts, labeling of photos etc
On the plus side, many of the modern photos are great and the big find are the original Colt sketches of Edgbaston GC which are very nice.
I got the impression that the authors are unfamiliar with the majority of courses reviewed and didn't do the necessary leg work. There are some curious choices of courses to review: Hankley Common included with only 3 Colt holes? Ditto for Royal Worlington, Formby, Ganton, Alwoodley.. all not really Colt courses. On the flip side, many excellent purely Colt courses have been inexplicably left out. There's also only one course in the USA: Pine Valley. None from Canada? Virtually nothing on Alison in Japan.
There are quite a lot of mistakes too in the stated facts, labeling of photos etc
On the plus side, many of the modern photos are great and the big find are the original Colt sketches of Edgbaston GC which are very nice.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
A coffee table book
This book is a well presented book with some excellent pictures but it is alas very superficial. It lacks substance and does not shed any light on how Colt's design principles have... Read more
Published on 3 Jan 2010 by Mr. S. S. Douglas
Lack of original research
I have to agree with Paul Turner in that although there are some great photos in here the research has not really been that thorough and to be honest almost none of it is new to... Read more
Published on 5 April 2009 by Niblick
Golf addicts will love this
I bought this book for my husband as a Xmas gift. He absolutely loves it! He sat most of Xmas morning looking at the fantastic photos and insisted showing me them all. Read more
Published on 3 Feb 2009 by Alison Jayne
I beg to differ...
I have to say, I don't really agree with the previous reviewer at all - I bought this book for my husband at Christmas and he raves about it. Read more
Published on 2 Feb 2009 by C. Luxford
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