The science of golf - Wesson, John (Oxford University Press, 2009)
Includes bibliographical references (p. [265]-267) and index
Acknowledgements; Preface; 1 The Science of Golf; 2 The Swing; 3 Impact; 4 Aerodynamics -- Drag; 5 Aerodynamics -- Lift; 6 Some Theory; 7 Range; 8 Bouncing and Rolling; 9 Putting; 10 Hole-in-one; 11 Handicaps; 12 Matches and Competitions; 13 The Players; 14 Clubs and Balls; 15 Economics; Bibliography; Numbers; Index
A complete account of the science of golf, answering all the questions that golfers ask. The book gives a greater insight into every aspect of the game, from the mechanics of hitting the ball through to the chances of winning the match and the competition. - ;This book gives a scientific account of all aspects of the game of golf and answers the questions which occur to all who play the game. The mechanics of the swing and the impact of the club on the ball are explained. Together these decide the range of the ball - which is shown to be the most important factor for success. The aerodynamics