The Greatest Player Who Never Lived, J. Michael Veron
The Greatest Player Who Never Lived, J. Michael Veron
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The Greatest Player Who Never Lived

Author: J. Michael Veron

Narrator: Buck Schirner

Unabridged: 5 hr 58 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 12/25/2005

Categories: Fiction


Synopsis

Unwritten in the annals of the sporting world is the story of a man with unlimited potential who was denied his rightful place in the lore of golf....It is a story that might never have been told had Charley Hunter not accepted a summer internship at Butler & Yates, a prestigious Atlanta law firm.Bobby Jones, the legendary amateur golfer, had once been a partner at the firm and his old legal files had been severely neglected over the years. The task of cataloging those files soon presents Charley with the remnants of a man’s life, as he pieces together a tale that spans decades.Who is this mysterious golfer with a golden swing, whose life and career Jones followed with such interest? An accused felon fleeing from the law? Or a man falsely accused, whose only crime was being in the wrong place at the wrong time? And why would one of the greatest athletes of all time risk his spotless reputation to help a man he met only once?Charley quickly learns that there is a compelling tale buried within the files of Bobby Jones. Charley uncovers stories of unfulfilled promise, fleeting justice, near captures, and unyielding friendship—and to what end? Charley hopes to find the truth. But what he ultimately finds will change his life and understanding of life forever.

About J. Michael Veron

J. Michael Veron is a trial lawyer and avid golfer who serves as a committee member and rules official for the United States Golf Association. He is also the author of The Greatest Player Who Never Lived. He lives in Lake Charles, Louisiana.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Kyle on February 03, 2022

A fine golf book with an inspiring theme. Don’t recommend for anyone who isn’t an avid golf fan as it was slow at times. Very much enjoyed the historical references throughout this book. I learned my fair share throughout the story of Beau Stedman. I just couldn’t help to keep thinking how I wanted......more

Goodreads review by Warren on December 24, 2022

Excellent story, easy to visualize, keeps moving with sufficient description of action and context.......more

Goodreads review by Books, Brews, and Tunes on June 28, 2024

First read this about 15 years ago when I was a teenager, thoroughly enjoyed the mystery and sport of it then. I found it even more enjoyable this time around... a story of history, mystery, and sporting success along with a wonderful life story and timeless message throughout. Glad I remembered thi......more

Goodreads review by Rick on February 21, 2023

The story of Beau Steadman who was wrongly accused of murder and unable to follow his dream to play golf. However his friend Bobby Jones, who besides being the world famous golfer was a lawyer, helped set up matches with various famous players using numerous aliases. Mr. Jones also found out as much......more

Goodreads review by Bruce on May 21, 2024

2.5 stars - Unless you are a hard core golfer do not read this book as it is directed at people who follow golf history and know the back stories of many of the old-time golf stars. I am a golf nerd but I found this story a little amateurish and mostly unbelievable.......more