Walter Hagen's Caddie — New Generation Publishing | Golf Legends & Timeless Tales

Walter Hagen's Caddie: A Golf Heritage Collection

From New Generation Publishing, Walter Hagen's Caddie blends the biographies of golf legends with thirteen newly published tales that weave a subtle thread through the game’s history. The pages invite readers into a time when greens felt dew-damp and early light colored the fairway, offering a tactile sense of place alongside engaging storytelling.

Meet the legends

The book welcomes a roster of storied names—Walter Hagen, Henry Cotton, Dai Rees, Bobby Jones, Ben Hogan, Bobby Locke, Peter Thomson, Percy Alliss, George Duncan, Abe Mitchell, Joyce Wethered, Babe Didrikson, Charles Whitcombe, Ernest Whitcombe, Reg Whitcombe, Joe Kirkwood, Joe Ezar—each presented with concise context and vivid anecdotes. The collection reads like a curated guest list of golfing greats, giving readers quick insights into eras, rivalries, and camaraderie that colored the sport.

Thirteen new tales with a golfing thread

Interwoven with biographies are original stories that explore competition, mentorship, travel, and the rituals of practice. Expect evocative scenes—greens at dawn, the sound of a gentle wind in the clubhouse, and the quiet tension before a moment of performance. The fiction respects golf’s history while inviting fresh perspectives set against period detail and authentic mood.

What you gain

• Curated portraits of golf legends alongside original stories
• First-time publication of thirteen fiction pieces linked to the sport
• Historical atmosphere that enriches appreciation for the game
• Readable, thoughtful prose suited for golf fans and history lovers

• Ideal for quiet evenings, club lounge reads, or coffee-table conversations
• A thoughtful gift for golf enthusiasts, collectors, or readers seeking nostalgia
• Great for reading groups and discussions about golf culture
• Compelling as a collectible edition on a shelf or in a library

How very pleasant to read of the golfing experiences of such a remarkable man as Leo van Weenen, who caddied for my father back in the 1920s. I enjoyed the book immensely and would thoroughly recommend it to others interested in the exploits of the past masters of the game.

Peter Alliss, Golf World Ltd

Whether you’re tracing the arc of golf’s legends or savoring freshly imagined stories tied to the sport, this title offers a nuanced, engaging reading experience. It stands as a respectful celebration of the game’s history, paired with the joy of storytelling that invites curiosity and conversation.