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Play It As It Lies

A witty take on golf from the legendary cartoonist
By Norman Thelwell
Series: Norman Thelwell
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Play It As It Lies by Norman Thelwell offers a humorous exploration of the world of golf. With charming illustrations and witty observations, the book captures the quirks and frustrations experienced by golfers, bringing to light the humorous side of this beloved sport. It's a delightful read for enthusiasts seeking laughter both on and off the course.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a fondness for humorous takes on the quirks of golf and appreciate the rich, witty cartoons that bring these eccentricities to life. Its delightful illustrations and sharp observations are sure to entertain both golf enthusiasts and those who enjoy a light-hearted, comedic perspective on sports.

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Play It As It Lies brings together a glorious collection of Thelwell's golfingcartoons.The perfect gift for any golfer who has experienced the horrors of sporting thewrong attire on course, losing his ball, or been wronged by unforgivablegamesmanship. Thelwell guides the reader out of the bunker and onto thefairway.

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  • Play It As It Lies
    Play It As It Lies brings together a glorious collection of Thelwell's golfingcartoons.The perfect gift for any golfer who has experienced the horrors of sporting thewrong attire on course, losing his ball, or been wronged by unforgivablegamesmanship. Thelwell guides the reader out of the bunker and onto thefairway.
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780749029227

Publisher: Allison & Busby

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Allison & Busby

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 176

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About the Author

Norman Thelwell contributed more than 1,600 cartoons to Punch magazine, theSunday Express and Tatler. Thelwell's cartoons remain a popular and wry lookat British life. He was particularly w ell-know n for his cartoons on horse riding,fishing, sailing, motoring and country pursuits and was one of the foundermembers of the British Cartoonists' Association.

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