Few instruments have been able to match the widespread appeal or versatility of the guitar. Its distinctive sound (whether acoustic or electric) has been a cornerstone in the development of musical styles from classical through jazz to world beat, & from rock to country. A roll call of the guitar's key exponents includes some of the world's most flamboyant performers. This book celebrates 84 of the instrument's finest, such as Chet Atkins, George Benson, Julian Bream, Big Bill Broonzy, Maybelle Carter, Jerry Garcia, Freddie Green, Jimi Hendrix, Elmore James, B.B. King, Paco de Lucia, Pat Metheny, Jimmy Page, Carl Perkins, Django Reinhardt, Carlos Santana, Andres Segovia, Merle Travis, Eddie Van Halen, Muddy Waters, John Williams, & Frank Zappa.