Rating: 
Summary: "A Life Well Lived"
Review: I read John Feinstein's account of Bruce Edwards life with a sense of both sadness and joy.Sadness in knowing that a great man has left his family, friends, and those of us who admired him way too soon. Joy in knowing ,after reading Feinstein's words, that Bruce Edwards had truly lived the life he wanted to live and had shared his love of life with countless people. "Caddy for Life" is the best writing thus far from the pen of John Feinstein. Even those who are not fans of the game of golf can learn about the game of life from this book.
Rating:
Summary: A Life Well Lived - It's Story Well Told
Review: In the days where professional golf seems to be so much about the money, it is refreshing to read a story about another aspect of golf that is not often told. The personal side of the relationship between a player and his caddy. Not just any player - Tom Watson. Not just any caddy - Bruce Edwards. They met by chance and Watson said they would try it for a week and see how it goes. It went for 30 years and ended only because Edwards contracted ALS. This is a charming and well told story that will bring a smile to your face and a tear to your eye. It isn't all fairways and greens. It also involves a heart and a soul.
Rating:
Summary: Stirring third piece of Feinstein's PGA Tour Trilogy
Review: It is April 11, 2004 as I write this review. A stirring, historic Masters concluded a few hours ago. Phil Mickelson finally, dramatically shed the label of Best Player to Never Win a Major. And, on the eve of the tournament, Tom Watson's long-time caddy (and perhaps golf's most famous caddy), Bruce Edwards, passed away after a battle with ALS. Tomorrow, along with millions of other Americans, I'll look forward to John Feinstein's weekly call with Bob Edwards on NPR's Morning Edition. "Good morning, John." "Good morning, Bob." "Good bye, John." "Good bye, Bob." In between those classic greetings, we'll hear Feinstein talk about Bruce Edwards and about Phil Mickelson. These will be - hands down - *the* authoritative comments on both individuals. Bob Edwards will ask just the right questions. John Feinstein will deliver the best, most informed, concisely delivered answers. All in three magical minutes. [We'll leave it for another space to question why, why, why NPR's corporate suits decided something 'fresher' than this radio nirvana was needed.] As usual, Feinstein's timing and touch are perfect. The release of 'The Bruce Edwards Story' - obviously targeted for The Masters - has taken on added poignancy with his subject's passing. This is Feinstein's third peek inside the PGA Tour's locker room, and it's a worthy successor to the first two books: "A Good Walk Spoiled" and "The Majors." [I'm not including last year's "Inside the Ropes," which focused more on USGA officials than the players.] Since the mid-eighties release of 'Season on the Brink,' John Feinstein has been America's best (and certainly most prolific) sportswriter. With "Caddy for Life," he continues to wear the crown.
Rating:
Summary: Rather Gehrig's disease than Liberace's!
Review: Never quitting what he was passionate about, that was Bruce Edwards. Certainly he was passionate about caddying, about caddying for Tom Watson, passionate about always being upbeat and humorous. "AT least Lou Gehrig was a great athlete. I'd rather tell people I have Gehrig's disease than Liberace's disease."
He set standard for pro caddies before finding out he had this dreaded killer.
This consumate team which had been through so much thrilled the sporting world at Olympia Fields. Watson's passion for his friend and his plight.
Feinstein's wordsmithing of this unique relationship and its unfurling from a fateful incident where hhe missed out caddying for veteran Dale Douglass only to chance upon a new upstart yound college grad from Stanford.
The rest is golfing history and told so well in this engaging and emotionally charged book.
May it inspire much good in the game and for this dreaded killer of a disease.
Rating:
Summary: A tale of golf, friendship and courage
Review: Perhaps my only mistake was choosing to start reading this book the same night I had finished John Feinstein's most recent effort, "Let Me Tell You a Story," his book about the legendary Celtics figure, Red Auerbach. For that reason and that reason only, it took me a little longer to get into this one. After all, following that one is almost impossible.
But this one does. It is at times funny and sad and as a result, there are times this book brings out a smile, but many times it brings out a tear. But through it all, Feinstien's gift for telling a story makes this book one of the best books I have read. It is a story about a caddy with ALS, more commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease. Bruce Edwards, the long-time caddy to golf great Tom Watson, was diagnosed with the fatal illness in January of 2003, a little more than two years ago. The book chronicles his life on the PGA Tour with, not only his brother-like relationship with Watson, but with everyone who ever came into his life. It is apparent that he touched a lot of lives during his 30+ year career on tour.
Through it all, until the end, Edwards was a picture of perservearance, bravery and courage. He refused to let the illness get the better of him. If memory serves, Edwards passed away shortly after this book was published. May he rest in peace.
Rating:
Summary: Caddy for Life: The Bruce Edwards Story
Review: The book all golfers should read, find out the men behind the clubs and the man that not only carries the bag of clubs but is really a big part of the game. Bruce Edwards fight again ALS and the fight that goes on behind the scenes of the game of golf. A must read-Larry Hobson - Author- The Day Of The Rose"
Rating: 
Summary: Good book--but....
Review: This is a good book. If you want to find out more about the terrible disease that killed Bruce Edwards, read
HIS BROTHER'S KEEPER: A STORY FROM THE EDGE OF MEDICINE by Jonathan Weiner.
Rating:
Summary: Caddy For Life : The Bruce Edwards Story
Review: This is an inspiring tale about the legendary Bruce Edwards, Tom Watson's caddy for more than 30 years. Noted sportswriter and commentator Feinstein (Open; A Good Walk Spoiled) chronicles Edwards's story, revealing the behind-the-scenes rivalries, the thrill of winning eight major Professional Golfer's Association titles, plus the many enigmas behind this prestigious sport. The author also describes the caddy's greatest challenge-dealing with the degenerative effects of Lou Gehrig's disease-and his determination to continue with the job he loves. (Incidentally, Feinstein is dividing the royalties from the book with Edwards.) Golf enthusiasts will enjoy this unique insight into a caddy's dedicated life on the P.G.A. tour.-
| 
