1927 'Golf Architecture in America' Book by George Thomas
'Golf Architecture in America: Its Strategy and Construction' by George C. Thomas, Jr. First Edition and published in 1927 the times-mirror press. Hardcover, leather bound. Any fan of golf, the architecture, or both would need this book as a cornerstone of their collection. Illustrated throughout and contains many early pictures of places such as Pine Valley. George Thomas Jr. was born to a wealthy banking family in Philadelphia in 1873 and died in Beverly Hills in 1932. Best known for the three world-class courses he designed in Los Angeles: Bel-Air, Los Angeles Country Club, and Riviera. Very good condition. Please refer to the photos for a detailed condition report.
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