Inspiration

The Kingdom of Shivas Irons

The long-awaited sequel to Golf in the Kingdom takes Murphy back to Scotland in search of another encounter with the mystically enchanting Shivas Irons, a man--if that's indeed what he is--who's part golf professional, part shaman, completely wise, and thoroughly fascinating. Filled with myth, mysticism, metaphysics, advanced string theory (courtesy of fellow searcher and friend, physicist Buck Hannigan), and at times other-worldly golf sequences from Scotland, to Russia, to a climactic round at Pebble Beach, Kingdom resolves its quest in the most unlikely and hard-to-find place of all. "Keep coming," Irons implores his seeker. "Imagine. Practice. Start again. I'm not so far away." Indeed, more than fairways that glow in the dark and drives that can fly 450 yards, it's Irons's ultimate whereabouts that infuses Kingdom with its magic and its mystery.

Michael Murphy's Golf in the Kingdom is one of the bestselling golf books of all time and has been hailed as "a golf classic if any exists in our day" (John Updike) and "a masterpiece on the mysticism of golf" (San Francisco Chronicle).  Golf in the Kingdom introduced Shivas Irons, the mysterious golf pro and philosopher with whom Murphy played a mythic round of golf on Scotland's Burningbush links, a round that profoundly altered his game--and his vision.

The Kingdom of Shivas Irons is the enchanting story of Murphy's return to Scotland in search of Shivas Irons and his wisdom about golf and human potential.  Murphy's quest takes him from the mystical golf courses of Scotland, across the world to the first Russian Open Golf Championship, and finally to Pebble Beach on the California Coast.  The result is a delightful exploration of the inner game of golf and a provocative inquiry into our remarkable possibilities for growth and transformation.

Thirty year, after the publication of Golf in the Kingdom, the bestselling classic that defined the inner game of golf, Michael Murphy returns to investigate further visitations by the mythic golf pro and philosopher Shivas Irons and his elusive mentor Seamus MacDuff. Confronting questions about Shivas Irons and MacDuff that have haunted readers for decades, The Kingdom of Shivas Irons takes us on a mystical tour from revered Scottish links, to Moscow for the first Russian Open Golf Championship, and finally to Pebble Beach on the California coast. This marvelous exploration is a provocative inquiry into the deep truths about the game of golf and the possibilities for personal transformation.

Jack Nicklaus: Simply the Best!

Jack Nicklaus is widely acknowledged as the finest golfer of all time. Four 1500 word introductions by Jack's major rivals: Arnold Palmer, Gary Player, Lee Trevino and Tom Watson. Pulitizer Prize winner Dave Anderson of The New York Times provides the biography. Dan Jenkens, of Sports Illustrated and Golf Digest fame, contributes a humorous essay. Top 10 instructor Jim Flick, provides an indepth analysis of Jack's swing. Martin Davis contributes coverage on each of the major events in Jack's life, including indepth reporting on all 20 major tournament victories and more. Over 350, mostly large format, photographs. Original writtings by Red Smith and Herbert Warren Wind. Five multi-page gatefolds. Magnificently printed in six colors in Italy.

I Remember My Teacher

Over the course of a year writer David Shribman questioned virtually everyone he encountered about the role teachers had played in their lives. The result is this extraordinary collection of personal remembrances of teachers, relayed by people from all walks of life.Readers will be inspired by the Montreal bookseller whose math teacher taught statistics using cards and dice, by the second-grade teacher who let a young George Stephanopoulos go to the library whenever he was bored in class, and by Sister Patricia, a favorite teacher of former Secretary of Labor Alexis Herman, who once told her, "You can fly, but that cocoon has to go."These 365 short testimonials offer a tribute to teachers for each day of the year. With accounts from Geena Davis, Clarence Thomas, Norman Schwarzkopf, and others, I Remember My Teacher. . . will move readers with inspiring stories of their most influential teachers, professors, and coaches.

Heart of a Golfer, The

This is a book for the man or woman who loves God and golf. In these pages, you’ll discover how the two go together. Because without question, golf is a game filled with parallels to the Christian life—and as you’ll see, Wally Armstrong knows how to help you fine-tune your approach so that, whether on the links or in life, you’re always improving.

Inside are a few of the things Armstrong has learned at God’s lesson tee. “It’s a collection,” he says, “of stories and anecdotes from my many years in golf, each used in some way by God to bring home a truth about life, faith, relationships, and my walk with Christ in general.” In The Heart of a Golfer, Armstrong offers thirty-six “lessons” covering different aspects of life’s game: the fundamentals, swing mechanics, course management, mental agility, the spirit of the game, and giving back to the game.

Are you eager to shave off a few points on God’s golf course? Then step up to the tee and let the lessons begin.

Life Strategies from the Art of War

Although his book is called The Art of War, author Sun-Tzu believed in force as a last resort. His text has been used to improve all kinds of relationships, from personal to political, since it was written 2,500 years ago.

Playing the Game Inspirations for life and golf

Fairway to Green 2006 Calendar (Capturing the Beauty of Golf, Featuring: The Artwork of Larry Dyke)

2006 calendar printed on museum quality linen textured paper. Features twelve scenes from some of the world's most famous and beautiful golf courses. An inspirational Scripture is paired with each painting.

Golf Quips: 2009 Mini Day-to-Day Calendar

* "I used to go to the driving range to practice driving without slicing. Now I go to the driving range to practice slicing without swearing." --Bruce Lansky

* "I would rather play Hamlet with no rehearsal than play golf on television." --Jack Lemmon

A breathtaking, full-color photo of a golf course fills each page of this mini day-to-day calendar. A humorous quote from lovers (and haters) of the game is also included to make this calendar a must-have for anyone who lives for the game of golf.

On Wings Like Eagles (Daymaker Greeting Books)

Golf is one of the most popular recreational activities in the United States today. For many people, it's more than just a hobby-it's an obsession. Here's a gift book that helps to put the game into perspective: Golf is good, but God is far better. Compiled by well-known Christian writer Ken Abraham, an avid golfer himself, these meditations, quotations, and Scriptures make interesting connections between golf and the game of life-and will help readers create a winning "game plan" for life. Beautifully illustrated with full-color golf illustrations, this is the gift book for anyone interested in the game.

Amazing But True Golf Facts: 2009 Day-to-Day Calendar

"How do I love thee, golf? Let me count the ways." 1. Publishing magnate Duane Hagadone's yacht carries eighteen buoys, each with a flagstick, so he can enjoy a floating driving range. 2. Famed golfer Billy Casper practiced putting in the dark, which helped him develop a feel for everything, even the moisture on the grass. 3. Bill Clinton said golfing with Arnold Palmer was one of the great privileges of becoming president. Readers will find hundreds more amazing but true golf facts in this fun calendar.