{"title":"Mark Frost","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMark Frost\u003c\/strong\u003e crafts compelling narratives that bring the drama of sports vividly to life. His works explore pivotal moments and legendary contests with a cinematic flair, captivating readers who appreciate the intensity and nuance of athletic competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom gripping tales of historic matches to insightful reflections on sporting culture, Frost’s writing combines meticulous research with a storyteller’s eye. Expect evocative, immersive books that celebrate the triumphs and trials within the world of sport.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-greatest-game-ever-played","title":"The Greatest Game Ever Played","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Greatest Game Ever Played\u003c\/em\u003e by Mark Frost is a captivating narrative that explores the rise of modern golf through the extraordinary lives of Harry Vardon and Francis Ouimet. With a rich, detailed plot that avoids spoilers, the book delves deep into the compelling journeys of these two remarkable men who transformed the sport of golf forever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe story begins in the early 20th century, a time when golf was predominantly an elitist pastime. Despite coming from humble beginnings, both Vardon and Ouimet harboured an unrelenting passion for golf. Harry Vardon, a professional golfer from the British Isles, overcame significant personal and professional challenges to become a six-time Open Championship winner. The young American amateur, Francis Ouimet, idolised Vardon and dreamt of carving out a place for himself in the sport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs the narrative unfolds, Frost skilfully interweaves their parallel lives, highlighting the social and economic barriers that both Vardon and Ouimet faced. Despite their differing backgrounds and generations, their mutual love for golf and sheer determination paved the way to their monumental encounter at the 1913 US Open. This historic match at The Country Club in Brookline, Massachusetts, saw the 20-year-old amateur Ouimet go head-to-head with the celebrated champion Vardon in a dramatic showdown that captivated the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book not only focuses on this extraordinary duel but also brings to life over a dozen seminal figures in golf history. Through meticulous research and richly drawn characters, Frost paints a vivid picture of the early days of golf, offering readers a window into the sport's transformation from an exclusive pursuit to a game enjoyed by millions worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrost's masterful storytelling captures the tension, excitement, and emotion of that fateful tournament, making \u003cem\u003eThe Greatest Game Ever Played\u003c\/em\u003e a must-read for golf enthusiasts and sports lovers alike. The 1913 US Open didn't just change the lives of Vardon and Ouimet; it ignited a passion for golf across America and beyond, marking the \"big bang\" that gave rise to the sport as we know it today. This book is a heartfelt tribute to the predecessors who broke barriers and inspired future generations to take up golf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45713977802988,"sku":"9780751533262","price":41.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780751533262.jpg?v=1726001708"},{"product_id":"the-match-by-mark-frost-9780751540406","title":"The Match","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe year: 1956. Eddie Lowery, once caddie to Francis Ouimet, now a wealthy car dealer and avid supporter of amateur golf, boasts to fellow millionaire George Coleman that two of his salesmen—US amateur champion Harvie Ward and up-and-coming star Ken Venturi—could beat any golfers in the world in a best ball match. Coleman asks Lowery how he plans to prove it. \"Bring any two golfers of your choice to the course tomorrow morning,\" Lowery tells him, \"and we'll settle the issue.\" Coleman shows up all right—with Ben Hogan and Byron Nelson, the game's greatest living professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn Mark Frost's peerless hands, complete with the recollections of all the participants, the story of this foursome and the greatest private match ever played comes vividly to life in \u003cem\u003eThe Match\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47432971321580,"sku":"9780751540406","price":36.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780751540406.jpg?v=1774765943"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/mark-frost.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}