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The Haunted Major — A Classic Golf Tale with a Supernatural Twist | Ecco

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Overview

The Haunted Major is a witty golf tale newly reissued with authorial curation that invites readers into a duel of vanity and imagination. Set around a bold wager and a Scottish links, the story blends humor with a touch of the uncanny.

Edition highlights

  • Introduction by John Updike that frames the tale with literary warmth
  • Illustrations by Harry Furniss that add a playful visual rhythm
  • New edition notes place the story within classic golf literature

The plot follows Major Gore, a genteel English gentleman of supreme confidence, and his unlikely opponent Jim Lindsay. The would be groom enlists a private golf studio in a hotel room, complete with turf, a movable hill, a bunker, and padded walls to practice drives. His rival narrator, Jacky Core, presents a candid and comic perspective on a match that could redefine romance and reputation.

Then the suspense arrives as the ghost of a Scottish cardinal materializes with peculiar clubs, turning a fair fight into an otherworldly test of skill and nerve. The action unfolds on a fictional St Magnus links in Scotland, a nod to the storied Old Course at St Andrews, and the setting grounds the comedy in real golf lore.

Why readers enjoy this edition

  • A brisk, humorous voice that celebrates craft and competence without cynicism
  • A vivid sense of place that audiences recognize from classic golf culture
  • Accessible length for a quick, satisfying literary escape

Product details

  • Condition: Used Book in Good Condition
  • Format: Paperback edition
  • Edition highlights: Introduction by Updike; illustrations by Furniss
  • Setting inspiration: St Magnus links based on St Andrews Old Course

FAQ

Q: What is The Haunted Major about?

A: A humorous golf duel between Major Gore and Jim Lindsay, narrated by Jacky Core, with a supernatural twist set at a Scottish links.

Q: What makes this edition special?

A: Includes John Updike's introduction and Harry Furniss's illustrations, plus notes that anchor the story in classic golf lore.

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