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Bolded titles with a photo are books I own and recommend.  Others were found through links or recommendations from other sources,  recommendations from friends, or amazon purchase circles/suggestions.

Books are listed in no particular order.

Zen Golf: Mastering the Mental Game
Joseph Parent, Hardcover (2002)
My Usual Game - Adventures in Golf
David Owen, Hardcover (1995)
Putting Out of Your Mind
Robert J. Rotella, Hardcover (June 2001)
This is the fourth of Bob Rotella's books that I've read.  I love the examples he uses and his focus on emptying your mind as you make a golf swing or target the hole and attempt a putt.  He's right.  Your brain & body will cooperate and do what you want them to if you focus on the task and let it go.  Practicing before putting is important.  Trusting yourself and avoiding doubt during your putt are critical.
The Golf of Your Dreams
Robert J. Rotella, Hardcover (November 1997)
Golf is a Game of Confidence
Robert J. Rotella, Hardcover (June 1996)
Golf in the Kingdom (An Esalen Book)
Michael Murphy, Reprint edition (October 1997)
As Hogan Said... The 389 Best Things Ever Said About How to Play Golf
Randy Voorhees, Hardcover (November 2000)
The Fundamentals of Hogan
David Leadbetter, Hardcover (November 2000)
Harvey Penick's Little Red Book: Lessons and Teachings from a Lifetime in Golf
Harvey Penick, Hardcover (May 1992)

Golf is Not a Game of Perfect
Robert J. Rotella, Hardcover (May 1995)
This book is AWESOME.  It is all about the mental aspect of the game and some keys to visualizing good results as a key to making them happen.  It has really helped my game and the lessons contained in the book can apply throughout life.  HIGHLY recommended.
Golf Dreams: Writings on Golf by John Updike
John Updike, Hardcover (September 1996)
A Good Walk Spoiled: Days and Nights on the PGA Tour
John Feinstein, Hardcover (June 1996)
Everything I Learned About People, I Learned From a Round of Golf
John Andrisani, Hardcover (May 2002)
The Kingdom of Shivas Irons
Michael Murphy. Paperback (October 1998)