People I Met Playing Golf (eBook)

A Memoir of Fairways, Fraudsters, and Pharmaceutical Shenanigans

Thomas Johnson (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2025 | 1. Auflage
148 Seiten
Bookbaby (Verlag)
979-8-3178-1902-6 (ISBN)

Infos

Some of the most profound connections are made in the most unexpected places. For one man, the journey of adulthood and a decades-long career wasn't defined by boardrooms or big city lights, but by the quiet, green landscapes of a golf course. In People I Have Met on a Golf Course, author Thomas Johnson takes you on an intimate and insightful journey through the moments, both big and small, that shaped his life. Each chapter introduces a new character-from the sage caddie to the spirited rival-all of whom crossed his path on the fairways and greens. These aren't just stories about a game; they are a collection of lessons on integrity, perseverance, and the human spirit. Drawing on his personal experiences, Thomas Johnson reveals how every swing of a club and every shared conversation had a lasting impact, guiding him through his career and personal life. A testament to the power of human connection, this book is for anyone who believes that life's most meaningful lessons are often found in the company of others.

Thomas Johnson is a golf enthusiast, a passion that has provided him with not only a hobby but also a unique lens through which to view the world. While he previously oversaw the development of a book on relationships, People I Have Met on a Golf Course marks his debut as a solo author, a project he has seen through from conception to publication. The stories within its pages are a direct reflection of his own journey, and he hopes they will inspire readers to find meaning in their own everyday interactions. Thomas lives in Las Vegas but his soul remains in Cleveland Ohio as a devoted fan of the Browns, Indians (yes, Indians) and the Ohio State Buckeyes. From the Author: Writing this book has been a journey that would not have been possible without the support, guidance, and encouragement of many remarkable people. Well, maybe not many but a few select conspirators. My profound gratitude extends to my kids and 'significant other' who are supportive of all my endeavors including this one. Most importantly to my friend and CCO of this project Glenn Connery who served as my agent and kept me moving forward and for your constant belief in my work. Any errors or shortcomings in this book remain entirely my own responsibility. With deep appreciation, Thomas Johnson

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Golf is supposed to be a quiet game. A stroll across manicured lawns, a polite clap here and there, and maybe-if the golf gods are smiling-a birdie or two. But People I Met Playing Golf is not that game. This is the version with larger-than-life characters, bizarre detours, unforgettable encounters, and more stories than any clubhouse bar could possibly hold. Across 120 pages of humor and color, Thomas Johnson takes you along on a journey not just across golf courses, but through the oddities and personalities that make the game endlessly entertaining. Each chapter is like reaching a new hole on the course: different terrain, unexpected hazards, and just enough drama to keep you swinging. Front Nine: The IntroductionsThese early stories tee things up with a colorful cast. There's the shoe collector who could outfit a small army, the marketing "e;legend"e; whose resume somehow always comes up before the appetizers arrive, and a waitress who delivered a one-liner strong enough to silence a table of self-proclaimed big shots. In these opening chapters, you'll meet the people who remind you that golf is rarely about golf it's about who's standing beside you on the tee box. Back Nine: The EscalationsThe stakes rise as the book moves deeper into the round. Here, Johnson encounters characters who could have been pulled from a novel only they're real. The man who turns the rules of golf into a personal religion, the friend who insists on bringing high drama to every foursome, and the stranger whose single-armed swing left everyone questioning what "e;limitations"e; really mean. The fairways might be straight, but the stories take some serious doglegs. Beyond the Ropes: The ObserversNot all the stories happen inside the ropes. Some unfold in the gallery, the parking lot, or the dark corners of a casino after a round in Las Vegas. In these chapters, Johnson introduces us to characters who hover at the edge of the game: the self-styled influencer, the mysterious doctor with a golf bag full of secrets, and a gambler whose idea of a side bet could bankrupt a small nationPeople I Met Playing Golf is not a swing manual, not a travel guide, and definitely not a sermon on etiquette. It's a collection of stories funny, strange, and sometimes a little unbelievable about what happens when you chase a little white ball around the world and meet the people doing the same. If you've ever walked off a course thinking, "e;I'll remember that foursome forever,"e; this book is for you.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 12.11.2025
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Biografien / Erfahrungsberichte
• ISBN-13: 979-8-3178-1902-6 / 9798317819026