{"title":"Iain T. Spragg","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the fascinating world of Iain T. Spragg, an esteemed author celebrated for delving into the intricacies of sports with brilliant flair and insight. Iain T. Spragg's works serve as a treasure trove for sports enthusiasts, offering rich narratives and engaging details that captivate readers’ imaginations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this collection, you'll discover books like \u003cem\u003eRemarkable Golf Courses\u003c\/em\u003e, where Spragg takes you on an exquisite journey through some of the most breathtaking and unique golf courses around the globe. His writing effortlessly combines the beauty of these landscapes with intriguing stories behind each course, making it an essential read for both avid golfers and those simply curious about the sport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpragg's work stands out for its blend of thorough research and engaging storytelling, which brings to life the passion and drama within the world of sports. His books are much more than collections of facts; they are a doorway into the excitement and richness of the athletic realm. Dive into Iain T. Spragg's collection to enrich your understanding and appreciation of sports in their most remarkable forms.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"remarkable-golf-courses-by-iain-t-spragg-9781911595045","title":"Remarkable Golf Courses","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRemarkable Golf Courses\u003c\/em\u003e encompasses the extremes of the sport – from the highest golf course in La Paz, Bolivia, to the lowest, in Death Valley, USA; from the most northerly in the Arctic Circle to the most southerly in Tierra del Fuego.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe many quirks of the golfing world are covered, such as the 18th green on the other side of the River Lea which is serviced by an electric ferry, or the LA golf course that has its own funicular railway. The floating golf hole in Idaho is another highlight, where it’s not just the pin position that’s changed every day, it’s the distance from the shore!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGolf courses with unique landmarks such as neolithic standing stones in Scotland, Roman roads in England, and ruined medieval castles in Wales are featured alongside the old temples of Delhi. A UNESCO World Heritage bridge is even used to link the 9th and 10th holes at Angkor Wat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere are the beloved classic courses of St. Andrews, Carnoustie, Royal St. George and Westward Ho! Also included are spectacular courses hewn out of the Nevada and Arizona desert, creating green oases in a cactus-strewn, rocky landscape, along with Hawaiian courses fringed by barren black lava flows. But nothing can beat the thrill of lining up your drive on an active volcano at the Fuego Maya course in Guatemala.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn comparison, there are traditional wind-blown Scottish links, such as the Machrie Hotel on the island of Islay, which has the most blind greens on any course, or the remote Isle of Barra where greens are only accessible via a kissing gate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFancy swapping countries mid-round? You can at the Llanmymynech club in Wales. At the fourth hole, golfers tee off in Wales and putt out on the green in England. \u003cem\u003eRemarkable Golf Courses\u003c\/em\u003e brings together some astonishing stories with extraordinary photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46853042405612,"sku":"9781911595045","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/16704733482868.jpg?v=1759179578"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/iain-t-spragg.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}