The Gibson Les Paul Book: A Complete History of Les Paul Guitars
The Les Paul guitar has been the instrument of choice for many of the world's top rock guitarists since its introduction in 1952. This book, which follows the authors' The Fender Book (Miller Freeman, 1992) as the second in a guitar profile series, documents the instrument's history and development. The guitars are discussed within the context of both popular music and the international guitar market. All models are covered, and the appendix includes a comprehensive reference section listing information needed to identify and date each model. High-quality photos highlight differences in model specifications and showcase many beautiful and collectible pieces. Designed to appeal to musicians, guitar collectors, and rock fans alike, this volume will prove useful in most libraries. --Eric C. Shoaf, Brown Univ. Lib., ProvidenceCopyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.