This colorful chronicle shows the entire development of an acoustic guitar reflecting 80 years of American culture. With 250 photos and in-depth text, this is t

"Through detailed text and more than two hundred photos, this book chronicles the development and evolution of Gibson's fabulous flat-tops, discusses the musica

Provides a history of the guitar company from its founding in the late 1800s to its present status as one of the leading makers of guitars.

According to company lore, Gibson, the guitar manufacturer, had ceased guitar production during World War II with only "seasoned craftsmen" too old for battle d

Traces the evolution of America's fretted instruments, including the mandolin, the banjo, and the guitar.