The Encyclopedia of Country Music
"Any serious country music fan will treasure this authoritative book."     --The Seattle Times"A long-awaited, major accomplishment, which educators, historians and students, broadcasters and music writers, artists and fans alike, will welcome and enjoy."     --The Nashville Musician"Should prove a valuable resource to those who work in the country music business.  But it's also an entertaining read for the music's true fans."     --Houston Chronicle"This big, handsome volume spans the history of country music, listing not only artists and groups but also important individuals and institutions."     --San Francisco Examiner"Promises to be the definitive historical and biographical work on the past eight decades of country music. Well written and heavily illustratedan unparalleled work, worth its price and highly recommended."     --Library Journal"This is the definitive book on country music and it will be a valuable resource to those who work in the music industry."  --CBC Radio