The Complete Illustrated Book of the Electric Guitar: Learning to play - Basics - Exercises - Techniques - Guitar History - Famous players - Great guitars

A comprehensive guide to the electric guitar, with over 600 photographs, illustrations and exercises

The electric guitar is arguably the most important musical instrument of the modern age. This book explains how to buy the right instrument and set it up, and how to play. It demonstrates basic techniques and chords, and introduces genres such as rock ’n’ roll, jazz, heavy rock, metal and blues. A history section explores the first electric guitars, and how the great rivalry between Fender and Gibson led to an explosion in the popularity of the instrument. With expert step-by-step instructions, an illustrated directory of over 250 guitars, and over 600 photographs and musical exercises, this comprehensive manual is an essential guide for all electric guitarists.

Terry Burrows has written over 50 titles and sold over 4 million books, many in the field of music tuition. As a musician, he has been responsible for over 40 commercial releases. Ted Fuller is a professional guitarist, proficient in a wide variety of genres and styles. He works as an arranger for music publishers, and has written several guitar tuition books.