Golf - The Ultimate Book (Revised Edition)

Golf is more than a sport — it’s a lifestyle. Golf – The Ultimate Book offers an extraordinary journey through the world of golf, combining breathtaking photography with captivating stories. From legendary players and iconic tournaments to the most stunning courses on the planet, this illustrated book is a must-have for golf enthusiasts.

This revised edition expands the original 2019 bestseller with eight new pages featuring exclusive resorts, celebrated golfers, and a standout new chapter dedicated to women in golf. As the sport continues to grow — with over 60 million players worldwide — golf has evolved into an inclusive and vibrant community, attracting players of all ages and backgrounds.

Thanks to its return to the Olympic stage in 2016 and the influence of stars like Tiger Woods, along with celebrity fans such as Justin Timberlake and Catherine Zeta-Jones, golf has shed its elitist image. Today, it’s a perfect blend of competition, leisure, and connection with nature — all without the usual time pressure of modern life.

Explore the sport’s heritage through legendary clubs like the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews, and discover spectacular new courses around the globe, from alpine landscapes to coastal paradises. Alongside profiles of iconic players and colorful personalities — including a few infamous cheats — this edition’s highlight is its celebration of women in golf, honoring their growing impact and remarkable achievements.

Golf – The Ultimate Book is the definitive tribute to a game of elegance, challenge, and timeless appeal.

Stefan Maiwald is a versatile German author known for bestsellers like Laura, Leo, Luca und ich. He has lived on the island of Grado for two decades and writes novels, crime fiction, non-fiction, and columns, including long-time contributions to Golf Journal. Peter Feierabend is a Cologne-based designer, publisher, and author of approximately 3,000 book titles. Originally from Hanover, he studied design at the University of the Arts in Berlin.