{"product_id":"preferred-lies-a-journey-to-the-heart-of-scottish-golf-weidenfeld-nicolson","title":"Preferred Lies: A Journey to the Heart of Scottish Golf | Weidenfeld \u0026 Nicolson","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreferred Lies invites readers to walk the fairways of Scotland and beyond with Andrew Greig as guide. The narrative traces how golf emerges from place—its coastlines, towns, and windswept links—into a living story. From the storied greens of the Old Course at St Andrews to the quiet miners' courses of Yorkshire, Greig maps more than holes; he maps culture, memory, and belonging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe author’s voice blends observation and reminiscence, turning each shot into a moment of reflection. He plays in varied company—alone, with friends, with brothers, and with ghosts—seeking the heart of the game where simplicity and complexity collide. Sensory details—the salt air, the creak of old timbers, the texture of turf underfoot, the hush after a putt—become language for a shared human experience that transcends scorecards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA centerpiece of the book is North Ronaldsay's free nine-hole course, described as a place where the essence of golf might be found. The journey is less about technique and more about atmosphere, history, and the spaces between shots where culture and geography mingle. The narrative invites readers to consider how golf travels across borders, and how landscapes shape the way the game is played and perceived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you’ll discover\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA sweeping travel narrative that threads golf, history, and place into one textured journey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVivid scenes from iconic Scottish courses and lesser-known regional greens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsights into how social meanings and local character influence the game.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA lyrical, accessible style that invites quiet contemplation without sacrificing clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA reflection on the human moments—companionship, solitude, memory—that accompany a round of golf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this for you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGolf enthusiasts curious about heritage, landscape, and culture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders of literary non-fiction and travel writing seeking thoughtful storytelling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLovers of Scottish coastlines and evocative landscapes who enjoy reflective prose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders who appreciate a respectful, non-prescriptive look at the game.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct details and packaging: this edition is new and mint condition, with dispatch on the same day for orders placed before 12 noon, guaranteed packaging, and a straightforward returns policy. This ensures your copy arrives as described and ready for immersion into Greig's evocative journey.\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: What is the core focus of Preferred Lies?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: A reflective travel narrative tracing golf's culture, history, and landscapes across Scotland and beyond through Andrew Greig's eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What shipping and condition details apply?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The book is new and mint condition, with dispatch on the same day for orders before 12 noon, and guaranteed packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Weidenfeld \u0026 Nicolson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53080879169647,"sku":"0753821567","price":27.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/7354\/2767\/files\/weidenfeld-nicolson-preferred-lies-book-cover.jpg?v=1778572508","url":"https:\/\/golfavero.com\/products\/preferred-lies-a-journey-to-the-heart-of-scottish-golf-weidenfeld-nicolson","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}