Chicago Golf: The First One Hundred Years

The 1890's marked golf's first decade in the Chicago area.  It was a time that left critics unimpressed - categorizing golf as nothing more than a passing fad.  How wrong they were!
today, many believe Chicago and it's neighboring communitites are home to some of the finest courses in the country.  Others go so far as to suggest the Chicago area is the greatest golf market anywhere. 
This book examines how Chicago's golfing legacy was built - the legendary names, the famous courses, the historic tournaments, the golfing "firsts".  the story of Chicago's golfing tradition is detailed withing, complemented by 90 photos and illustrations.