The Masters by Curt Sampson

A detailed, behind-the-scenes history of Augusta National and its signature tournament that traces the club’s founding and culture, the rise of the green jacket ritual, and the evolution of the event into a powerful, moneyed institution; blending archival research and reporting with profiles of influential figures and champions, it examines how tradition, secrecy, and elites shaped the tournament’s growth while confronting controversies over race, gender, corporate influence, and the balance between sport and business.

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