Book description
A Course Called America - An Audible Adventure That Will Make You Want to Hit the Links
Tom Coyne's A Course Called America is more than a travelogue; it's an audible celebration of the game that has stitched together communities across a continent. From the first crack of the morning sun over Newport Country Club in Rhode Island, to the midnight glow of Fairbanks' summer solstice lights, Coyne takes listeners on a whirlwind tour that feels like a friendly conversation with a seasoned friend who knows every hole by heart.
What makes this audiobook stand out is its blend of history, humor, and heartfelt storytelling. Coyne doesn't just list courses-he shares the stories of caddies, local pros, and even ranchers in Eastern Oregon who built their own greens from scratch. The narration captures his genuine enthusiasm, turning each stop into a living memory. You'll hear him laugh at misadventures on winding backroads and pause to appreciate the quiet moments when a course's design speaks louder than any commentary.
Listeners will be drawn into Coyne's quest for the "Great American Golf Course." He invites you to debate what makes a course truly great-tradition versus innovation, natural beauty versus architectural mastery. The discussion feels open and inclusive; even non-golfers can follow along because Coyne frames everything in terms of people, community, and shared experience.
The audiobook's pacing is perfect for long drives or relaxed evenings: short chapters keep the energy high while deeper dives into course design and history provide depth without feeling dense. Coyne's storytelling style-straightforward yet vivid-ensures that even the most technical aspects feel accessible.
In sum, A Course Called America is an engaging, entertaining listen that will leave you with a new appreciation for American golf and perhaps a craving for a midnight round under Alaskan stars. Whether you're a seasoned golfer or simply love a good travel story, this audiobook delivers on all fronts-making it a must-add to your library.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience