With its lavishness of illustration and information, The Ultimate Guitar Book is an all-encompassing visual documentary of the evolution of the guitar, from its beginnings to the state of the art today. A splendid gift book, a book to read and consult, it will delight the passionate guitar aficionado, the guitar teacher, and the millions of amateur guitar players nationwide. Over 800 full-color photographs. YA-- A multitude of full-color photos, with accompanying description of the parts, types, and spin-offs, enhance this chronological history of the guitar, beginning with an example from 1552 and continuing through current times. Covering acoustic, electrical, and bass guitars, including all the big-name manufacturers such as, Fender, Gibson, Martin, and Stratocaster, this informative and beautifully illustrated work will have wide appeal. Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc. ishness of illustration and information, The Ultimate Guitar Book is an all-encompassing visual documentary of the evolution of the guitar, from its beginnings to the state of the art today. A splendid gift book, a book to read and consult, it will delight the passionate guitar aficionado, the guitar teacher, and the millions of amateur guitar players nationwide. Over 800 full-color photographs.