Harvey Penick’s Little Red Book

Harvey Penick’s Little Red Book
Andrew Penner

Every now and then you do things that are a complete waste of time. Tiddlywinks, lawn bowling, basket weaving, drugs, etc. Reading Harvey Penick’s Little Red Book will not be one of them. This classic book – the bestselling sports book of all-time – is loaded with wisdom and wit from one of the greatest instructors to walk the earth. Co-written by friend Bud Shrake, Penick’s famed book is insightful, encouraging, and a joy to read.

The legendary Harvey Penick, who passed away in 1995, spent 60 years scribbling down notes about every aspect of the game in his red Scribbletex notebook. He never had any intention of publishing the treasure trove of material, just, perhaps, passing it on to his son, Tinsley. However, one day he came to the conclusion, thanks to his incredible humility, that keeping the thoughts to himself would be selfish.

Penick’s Little Red Book was embraced by millions of golfers and stayed on the New York Bestseller list for an astonishing 52 weeks. The book, an absolute must for anyone who teaches the game, reflects Penick’s resourcefulness, wonderful use of parables, and tender approach with people. While spending much of his life on the lesson tee at the Austin Country Club in Texas, Penick claimed to have seen more golf shots than anyone who ever lived. Reading Penick’s Little Red Book is like taking a timeless lesson from the master himself. Penick’s love of the game – and life – jumps off every page. It is, unquestionably, time well spent.

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