Divots

"Divots" by P. G. Wodehouse is a funny collection of golf stories from long ago, starring characters like Ferdinand Dibble who has a terrible time playing golf and dealing with the stress it causes. Using the world of golf, Wodehouse looks at subjects such as love, wanting to be successful, and the silliness of life, all told with his special brand of humor and upbeat writing style. The story begins with the golf course opening for the season as crowds gather, focusing on Jenkinson, a not-so-great golfer whose struggles catch the eye of the club's Oldest Member. He thinks about what makes someone a "goof"—someone who cares too much about golf and lets it negatively impact their life. Jenkinson's problems are similar to those of Ferdinand Dibble, who is head-over-heels for Barbara Medway but lacks confidence on the golf course and in affairs of the heart. The stories showcase how the ups and downs of golf can mirror our own struggles in life and relationships, resulting in a lighthearted adventure into the human experience.