Nabu Press: The Nineteenth Hole — Tales Of The Fair Green (1901)

Overview

Nabu Press presents a faithful reproduction of a bygone golf classic: The Nineteenth Hole: Being Tales Of The Fair Green, originally published in 1901. This edition invites readers to step into early American golf storytelling and the club-and-green atmosphere that accompanied the sport at the turn of the century.

Readers are invited to imagine sunlit fairways, the clack of shoes on stone, and the quiet tension of a reading-room library where these tales would have been shared. The prose carries a historic voice that blends humor, social color, and a sense of place that golf enthusiasts and literary fans alike can savor.

What’s inside this edition

• A curated collection of American golf tales by Van Tassel Sutphen.
• Vivid scenes of fair greens, clubhouse chatter, and the rituals around a round of golf.
• A look at early golf culture through language and storytelling of the era.

Reading notes for collectors and new readers

• Ideal for libraries, personal shelves, and gift-giving to golf lovers.
• Beautiful nostalgia with historical context and preserved typography.
• Great for fans of vintage literature, Americana, and sports lore.

Reading experience

Expect a measured pace, period diction, and evocative scenes that transport you to quiet fairways and bustling clubs. The tone blends humor, courtesy, and storytelling craft, making it a thoughtful companion for quiet evenings or study breaks.

Edition notes

As with many pre-1923 titles, this reproduction may show occasional imperfections from the scanning process or archival handling. The aim is to preserve cultural value while offering a readable, accessible edition for today’s readers.