1 / 2The Green Road Home: A Caddie's Adventures on the PGA Tour
Caddie's Adventures: The Green Road Home is Michael Bamberger's account of his 1985 season as a caddie on the PGA Tour. This edition is described as adding a new introduction by Brad Faxon, an afterword by Bamberger, and newly discovered photographs, alongside stories about players, tournament travel, and life among touring caddies.
At a glance
- Narrative focuses on the author's 1985 season working as a PGA Tour caddie.
- The account describes encounters with golfers, tournament travel, and major events including the U.S. and British Opens.
- Listing describes this edition as featuring a new introduction by Brad Faxon, a new afterword by the author, and newly discovered photos.
Reference price: $30.00
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Offers a caddie's perspective on professional golf and life on tour rather than a player-only account.
- The described season spans recognizable golfers and a transitional period in the PGA Tour's history.
- Customer feedback describes the book as readable and its stories as engaging.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Avid Reader Press / Simon & Schuster |
|---|---|
| Publication date | June 9, 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 272 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1668219468 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1668219461 |
| Weight listed | 14.9 ounces |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6 x 1.2 x 9 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Golf readers interested in PGA Tour history and behind-the-scenes caddie experiences.
- Readers who enjoy personal sports narratives and accounts of travel through the golf circuit.
- Fans looking for a book centered on the 1985 season and professional golf of that era.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking golf instruction, current-tour coverage, or a technical guide to playing.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights readability and engaging, personalized stories, with one reader describing the book as a trip back in time. Those impressions fit a narrative centered on Bamberger's 1985 tour season, though they do not establish that every reader will share the same response.
Positive themes
- Readers describe the book as readable.
- Feedback characterizes the stories as engaging and personalized.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Green Road Home about?
It recounts Michael Bamberger's 1985 season as a PGA Tour caddie, including the players, tournaments, travel, and caddie culture he encountered.
What additions are described for this edition?
The listing describes a new introduction by Brad Faxon, a new afterword by the author, and newly discovered photographs.
Is this a golf instruction book?
No. The supplied description presents it as a personal account of a caddie's season, not a technique or training guide.
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