This is the story of Billy Collins, his mother Marion, and Billy's passion for Maggie and the sport of golf.Billy was born in Cork City Ireland to Marion, a hardworking, salt of the earth woman and a low-life alcoholic father. After one too many violent episodes, Marion packed her bags and left with her son. The mother and son ended up in a lovely South West Ireland town called Bantry Bay. A wealthy Englishman hired her to tend to his house. The story continues as Billy and his true love Maggie are blessed with the support of the English gentleman, Miles Tewksbury. Under Tewksbury's guidance, Billy becomes involved in a sport loved by all the Irish - golf. Billy becomes more than merely "involved," he becomes a champion golfer. Using their innate intelligence, as well as hard work and desire to do better, Billy and Maggie accomplish things rarely seen on the Emerald Isles."Billy Collins" is a heart-rending story of love, passion, and dedication, with a cast of unforgettable characters in the magical setting of Ireland.
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