Golfers of the 10, 20's and 30's

The Golden Age of American golf, a period in the late 1920s and early 30s, witnessed the pinnacle of many of the greatest amateurs and professionals in the game's history. At the forefront of this era was the legendary amateur from Atlanta, Georgia, Bobby Jones. In 1930, Jones accomplished a feat unprecedented and unmatched in the annals of golf, capturing the Grand Slam by winning the U.S. Amateur, British Amateur, U.S. Open, and British Open Championships in a single season.

Golf's Golden Age celebrates the life and achievements of Bobby Jones, along with 61 of the premier players he competed against, including Chick Evans, Walter Hagen, Tommy Armour, Walter Travis, and Gene Sarazen. The book will feature a series of never-before-seen vintage photographs from Jones' private collection, captured by legendary golf photographer George Pietzcker.

Accompanying the photographs will be a biographic sketch of each golfer, providing an overview of their careers, their contributions to the game's history, and a contemporary quote, preferably from Jones himself, drawn from the rich archives of the USGA library. Introductory essays will set the tone for the book, discussing the Golden Era of American Golf, the significance of the Grand Slam, and an overview of the life, career, and contributions of George Pietzcker.

The book will conclude with a detailed essay on Bobby Jones' rich history and his enduring impact on the game of golf. Golf's Golden Age will be produced with the full cooperation and endorsement of the USGA, including images and artifacts from their vast archives.

The late 1920s and early 30s were a time when the greatest amateurs and professionals in the sport of golf were at the peak of their careers, and no player embodied this era more than Bobby Jones. Jones' unprecedented accomplishment of winning the Grand Slam in 1930 has solidified his legacy as one of the true legends of the game.

Through the stunning vintage photographs and in-depth biographies featured in Golf's Golden Age, readers will be transported back to this pivotal moment in golf history, gaining a deeper appreciation for the players and the era that defined the sport's golden age.

The book's partnership with the USGA, with access to their extensive archives, ensures that Golf's Golden Age will be a definitive and authoritative work, capturing the essence of this remarkable period in American golf. Readers will be captivated by the stories and images that bring to life the triumphs and challenges faced by the game's greatest players as they competed for the ultimate prize – the Grand Slam.

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