The Guitar Collection

The Guitar Collection features the world's most influential and iconic guitarists and their legendary instruments that made music history. This book provides an extensive overview of the best guitar models and styles worldwide - from early 18th century guitars to the renowned hollowbody instruments of the Jazz Era to the famous Rock models played by Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Slahs and many more. Divided into four chapters, each with an introduction, guitar expert Tony Bacon outlines the history, design and sound of the most important guitars in an entertaining and informative fashion, highlighting the most crucial albums along the way. This is both an indispensable reference work and a contemporary art book for all guitar lovers.