This is a must read for beginning golf. You will learn the proper grip and alignment that is essential for making a good foundation. I also highly recommend: The Ultimate Golf Instruction Guide: Key Techniques for Becoming a Zero Handicap Golfer or Better, isbn---1933023090. This second book helped me so much that I know can easily control where I hit the ball. I'm no longer embarrassed in front of my playing partners when I'm up at the tee box because of this book. In fact, I'm now scoring in the 80s and with time and practice I know I will be able to score even lower. These two books are must buys.