# The Coming of Gowf explained — Golf Stories

> Chapter companion for Golf Stories by P. G. Wodehouse.

## What happens

A humorous tale set in the ancient kingdom of Oom, where King Merolchazzar discovers the game of golf (called 'Gowf') through a mysterious stranger. The king becomes obsessed with the game, neglecting his royal duties and his wife, leading to comedic consequences as the sport spreads through the kingdom.

## Themes in this chapter

### Obsession and Devotion

King Merolchazzar's all-consuming passion for golf, which overrides his responsibilities and relationships.

### Humor and Absurdity

The comedic exaggeration of the king's golf obsession and the reactions of his court.

## Character check-ins

### King Merolchazzar of Oom

The king who discovers and becomes obsessed with golf.

### Ascobaruch

The mysterious stranger who introduces golf to the king.

### The High Priest

A court official who disapproves of the king's new obsession.

### The Sage

A wise advisor who comments on the king's behavior.

## Key lines

> The Coming of Gowf

The arrival and introduction of golf in the kingdom of Oom.

_The chapter title itself serves as a summary of the central event._

## Links

- HTML: https://www.betterreads.online/discover/golf_stories_se/chapters/the-coming-of-gowf
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- All chapters: https://www.betterreads.online/discover/golf_stories_se/chapters