The Definitive Edition of Golf’s Most Influential Instruction Book

 

Now expanded with a new introduction by Lee Trevino, this beautifully updated edition of Ben Hogan’s Five Lessons celebrates the enduring legacy of one of golf’s greatest champions. Featuring previously unpublished photographs and rare memorabilia drawn directly from the Hogan estate archives, plus nearly 100 pages of new commentary and reflections, this is the most complete presentation of Hogan’s timeless instruction ever published.

 

For more than six decades, millions of golfers have turned to Five Lessons as the essential guide to mastering the fundamentals. It remains the bestselling golf instruction book of all time — and for good reason. Hogan’s methodical breakdown of grip, stance, posture, backswing, and downswing transformed the way players understand the game.

 

Regarded as one of the greatest ball strikers in history, Hogan’s success was forged through relentless discipline. Early in his career, a devastating hook threatened his future in golf. Through tireless practice and study, he rebuilt his swing from the ground up, unlocking a deeper understanding of the mechanics that would later define his greatness. After surviving a near-fatal car accident in 1949, Hogan’s triumphant return to championship form only added to his legend. When asked about the source of his remarkable technique, he famously replied, “I dug it out of the dirt.”

 

Originally published in 1957 in collaboration with acclaimed golf writer Herbert Warren Wind and illustrated by Anthony Ravielli, Hogan’s instruction was designed for the everyday golfer. He believed that any player with average coordination could break eighty by mastering sound fundamentals. Clear, precise illustrations and step-by-step explanations make each chapter feel like a private lesson from the master himself.

 

This expanded edition adds new perspective on Hogan’s life, influence, and lasting impact on the sport — offering both historical depth and practical instruction for today’s golfer.

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