Bad Lies: A Field Guide to Golf Mishaps | LITTLE, BROWN

Bad Lies offers a witty, visual exploration of golf’s quirks, from tee to green. photographer Charles Lindsay roams the sport’s edge—moon-crater bunkers, waist-high fescue, and murky lake bottoms—to capture the unbelievable moments when a ball seems to vanish, bounce oddly, or settle in a surprising spot. The result blends bold color photography with playful prose, inviting readers to smile, reminisce, and appreciate the round in a new light.

Across the pages, Lindsay transforms ordinary rounds into vivid scenes—textures of turf, gleaming golf balls, and the tension of a moment just before the swing. The images celebrate the game’s beauty and its chaos, offering a visual diary of near-misses, triumphant recoveries, and the charm of golf’s ongoing puzzles. The accompanying text nods to golf lore and turns a keen eye toward the sport’s rituals, giving readers a sense of both wonder and humor without pretending to have all the answers.

The book also acts as a mini field guide: a glossary of offbeat terms that golf fans will recognize, plus a thoughtful meditation on the ball and its place in the sport’s mythology. A foreword by Gary McCord adds seasoned perspective, balancing reverence for the game with a wink of whimsy.

What you will discover inside

• Inspired and vibrant color photographs that capture golf’s drama and charm.
• Large-format images of some of the world’s rarest and most unusual golf balls.
• A foreword by Gary McCord that adds context and character to the book’s tone.
• A glossary of quirky terminology that fans will enjoy referencing on and off the course.
• A reflective segment on the golf ball and its enduring presence in the game’s lore.

Edition highlights

• New
• Mint Condition
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Who this is for

This collection is a fitting pick for golf enthusiasts, photography lovers, and readers who enjoy lighthearted literary humor tied to the sport. It also makes a striking gift for collectors who appreciate high-contrast imagery and witty golf lore.

• Golf fans seeking entertaining, photo-forward storytelling alongside sport-specific humor.
• Collectors and gift-givers drawn to premium print quality and rare-ball imagery.
• Readers looking for a stylish, conversation-starting coffee-table book about golf.

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