{"product_id":"gray-productions-fred-corcoran-the-man-who-sold-the-world-on-golf-used-book","title":"Gray Productions: Fred Corcoran – The Man Who Sold the World on Golf (Used Book)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDiscover the man who shaped golf's modern story\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGray Productions presents a richly narrated portrait of Fred Corcoran, golf's pioneering promoter and international tournament director. This book traces how he built a larger stage for the sport—from a handful of events in the 1930s to a thriving circuit by the end of the 1940s, with purses that captured public imagination and sponsor interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin these pages, you’ll meet the forces behind the scenes: a tireless showman who blended business acumen with showmanship, the clubs and communities he touched, and the friends and clients who helped push golf into the national spotlight. Names like Sam Snead, Ted Williams, Tony Lema, Gene Sarazen, Walter Hagen, Babe Zaharias, Bing Crosby, Ty Cobb, Babe Ruth, Ben Hogan, Ken Venturi, Jack Sharkey, Stan Musial, and Peter Gogolak echo through the narrative, painting a vivid picture of golf’s midcentury rise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you’ll discover\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow Corcoran expanded tournaments from 22 to 45 across a decade, reshaping the professional calendar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrategies he used to attract audiences, media coverage, and sponsorship energy that challenged the status quo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsights into the networks that connected golf with broader sports and popular culture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe evolution of the PGA in the wake of his leadership and the growing prominence of international events.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA storyteller’s account of the era, balancing business decisions with the drama of the game.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReading experience and sensory details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe prose invites you into the hustle of midcentury golf life: the crisp aroma of fresh greens, the clack of clubs in the bag, crowded fairways, and the buzz of promotional campaigns that turned quiet courses into stages. The book reads as a chronicle of ambition, fame, and the mechanics of growing a sport’s footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this book is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGolf history enthusiasts seeking context on the sport’s growth and showmanship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors interested in midcentury sports biography and marketing sagas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders curious about the business of tournaments and the people who promoted them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResearchers looking for a narrative that weaves sports, media, and celebrity culture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Used book in good condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat: Listed as appropriate edition (used copy, with potential minor wear)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdition: Historical biography focusing on Fred Corcoran’s career\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded text: Full narrative with anecdotes about notable figures in golf and sport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: This listing emphasizes the book’s historical value and collectible appeal. It is not a guarantee of performance, but it offers a window into golf’s promotional era and its lasting impact on the game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Who was Fred Corcoran and why is he significant in golf history?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: A pioneering promoter and tournament director who expanded golf events and raised the sport's profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is included in this book listing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: A used copy in good condition, featuring anecdotes about Corcoran’s work and notable golf figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Gray Productions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53080909348975,"sku":"0578049074","price":27.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/7354\/2767\/files\/gray-productions-fred-corcoran-book-cover.jpg?v=1778573896","url":"https:\/\/golfavero.com\/products\/gray-productions-fred-corcoran-the-man-who-sold-the-world-on-golf-used-book","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}