Simply Toogood: Peter Toogood's Life In Golf
Autobiography Reference Biography True Stories Sports Memoir Golf History Australian Sports Inspirational Non-Fiction
Simply Toogood: Peter Toogood’s Life In Golf is the definitive hard-cover biography of one of Australia’s most charismatic champions, chronicling the meteoric rise of the Tasmanian who went from weekend caddie to world-class contender in the 1950-60s. Written by acclaimed journalist Des Tobin and presented in crisp, unmarked pages beneath an intact dust-jacket, this copy is collector-ready: tight spine, no inscriptions, no smoke odours—just fresh, first-hand testimony of Toogood’s back-to-back Australian Open titles, his legendary match-play duels with Thomson and Player, and the swing philosophy that still influences modern coaches.
What sets this book apart is its rare blend of statistical reference and storytelling. Tobin layers tournament scorecards, vintage photographs and press clippings between vivid anecdotes—like Toogood’s clutch 3-wood on Royal Melbourne’s 18th to seal the ’59 Open—so readers can chart every drive, chip and putt while feeling the gallery roar. Chapters on course design, media pressure and the early European Tour provide a time-capsule of amateur and professional golf in transition, making it a must-have for historians and arm-chair caddies alike.
For the golfer hunting swing wisdom, Toogood’s own “pre-shot checklist” and practice drills are reprinted verbatim, offering low-handicap insights without the jargon. Parents and coaches will appreciate the emphasis on sportsmanship: the man nick-named “Too-good” was famous for calling penalties on himself, a trait woven through every page. Young adults will find a relatable arc—small-town kid, big dreams, relentless work—while older readers will savour the nostalgia of match-score postcards tucked in the appendix.
This clean, first-edition hardcover is a scarce find in such well-preserved condition. Whether you’re completing a golf library, searching for an inspirational gift, or simply want to lose a Saturday afternoon inside a bygone era of persimmon and plus-fours, Simply Toogood delivers a front-row seat to Australia’s golden age of golf through the eyes of its most dashing hero.
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