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Titles in This Set
The Inner Game of Golf
The Inner Game of Tennis
The Inner Game of Music
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781529070903
Publisher: Pan
Overview
The Inner Game series revolutionised how we think about learning and performance, moving the focus away from technique and onto the mind. This three-book paperback collection brings together Gallwey's classic explorations of golf, tennis and music, showing how the same psychological principles - quieting self-doubt, sharpening focus and trusting the body - apply across completely different disciplines. Perfect for sportspeople, musicians and anyone chasing self-improvement.
About the Books
Each title in this collection tackles a different pursuit but shares one revolutionary idea: that our biggest obstacle to performing well is rarely physical - it's mental. The Inner Game of Golf is not a manual on swing mechanics; instead it addresses the psychological interference that stops golfers reaching their potential, offering lessons that apply to any sport. The Inner Game of Tennis, the book that launched the series, argues that every game has an "outer" contest played against an opponent and an "inner" one played against self-doubt and anxiety - and that the inner game is often won or lost before a ball is struck. Drawing on Zen thinking and humanistic psychology, it teaches concentration, composure and the breaking of bad habits. The Inner Game of Music, co-written with musician Barry Green, applies the same framework to musicianship, showing how awareness, trust and willpower can be nurtured through targeted exercises to improve intonation, phrasing, technique, improvisation, composition and listening skills. Together the three books form a coherent philosophy of performance that has influenced coaches, teachers and performers across sport, the arts and business for decades. Presented as brand-new paperbacks, this set is ideal for readers encountering the Inner Game method for the first time, or long-time fans wanting a complete set on their shelf.
- Brings together three modern classics of performance psychology in one paperback set
- Practical, exercise-based approach rather than dry theory
- Lessons apply well beyond golf, tennis and music - useful for any skill or career
- Written in clear, accessible language suitable for beginners and experts alike
- Great gift for sportspeople, musicians, coaches and self-improvement readers
- Brand new condition, ready to read or gift straight away
About the Author
W. Timothy Gallwey is the bestselling author of the Inner Game series, which introduced a groundbreaking approach to personal and professional excellence across sport, music, business and beyond. For over twenty years he has worked with corporations seeking better ways to manage change and performance. The Inner Game of Music was co-written with cellist and educator Barry Green, bringing musical expertise to Gallwey's core psychological framework. Gallwey lives in Malibu, California.
Why You'll Love This Collection
Three timeless guides in one set, offering a proven mental framework for improving at golf, tennis, music - or any skill you care about. Practical, inspiring and endlessly applicable.
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