Bestselling humor writer Bill Geist goes on a hilarious investigative excursion to find out whats behind Americas growing obsession with golf.Why does America love golf? Is it the beautiful scenery? The languid pace? The stylish slacks? Puzzled by these pressing questions, Bill Geist, who had never picked up a club before, sets off determined to learn the game and to uncover what accounts for Americas overwhelming infatuation with this royal and ancient sport. Geist goes through the embarrassing rites of passagebuying clubs, joining a country club, purchasing a wardrobe, and of course, taking lessonsall observed with the same offbeat humor that made Little League Confidential a na-tional bestseller. Geists unique approach provides uproarious insight into the nuances of the game that will ring true for any golf lover.