Sportswriter, John Feinstein, wrote this book about Bruce Edwards who has been the caddy for Tom Watson for over 40 years.

Bruce Edwards gave up his chance to attend college when he had a chance to go on the pro golf tour.  It was there that he came to know Tom Watson and that has been the story ever since. 

The book goes into detail about many of the tournament games played by Watson. 

In 2003, Edwards was engaged and soon to be married.  When he could not grip the golf ball on a cold morning in October, he and Watson became concerned.  They became more worried when Edwards began to slur his speech.  After tests at the Mayo Clinic, Edwards was diagnosed with ALS, Lou Gehrig's disease.  The doctors gave him one to three years to live.

Through this all, Feinstein states that Edwards kept his sense of humor.  Family and friends stood by his side to give him the support he needed.

This book is a moving tribute to Bruce Edwards.  Whether you are a sports fan or not, you will enjoy the book.  As I was just finishing this review, I happened to check the news and read that Bruce Edwards died today, April 8, 2004, during the week of the Masters Tournament!  Bruce Edwards helped bring a name to the "guy who carried the golf clubs" for the pro golfer.  His face was recognized just as well as the famous person he was working for. Add this book to your reading list.  John feinstein does an outstanding job of telling the Bruce Edwards story!

REVIEWED BY NANCY EATON

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