The Early Years of the Les Paul Legacy 1915-1963 (Hardcover)

by Robb Lawrence (Author)
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About the Author
Prominent guitar expert, player and photojournalist Robb Lawrence wrote the original byline for Guitar Magazine's popular 'Rarebird' column on vintage guitars. He began his association with Les Paul in 1972 and has been his West Coast concert tech for many memorable shows. Their association has included work on The Wizard of Waukesha, a 1978 film about Les Paul and the recent 2001 Grammys tribute film.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 294 pages
• Publisher: HAL LEONARD CORPORATION; illustrated edition edition (January 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0634048619
• ISBN-13: 978-0634048616
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #68,714 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Wait is Over!, March 9, 2008

By	R. Mend "Bluesnut" (SE USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

After weathering many delays Robb's book finally sees the light of day and boy, was it worth the wait. Thoughtfully written and impecably researched, this book is to be included among the best guitar reference tomes of Tom Wheeler, Richard Smith, and Nacho Banos.
The biography section in entertaining and informative, but the guitar section is where this book really throws down the goods. Awesomely photographed and interspersed with interviews and info. I have seen and read just about every vintage guitar book and was delighted to view many prototype guitars and details never seen in any book. The wonderful up-close pictures of "Pearly Gates" and "Hot'Lanta" were highlights.
Sections on Les Paul amps, Customs, Juniors, Specials, and 45 pages of '58-'60 Les Paul Sunbursts in all of their glory...it's all here.
Do not hesitate to get this book, you will not be disappointed!
Robb Lawrence has certainly raised the bar with this book and I eagerly await volume II. Bravo Robb!!!!!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful 1st book, now where's the 2nd?!?!?!, April 24, 2008

By	J. D. ALLEMAN - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is a wonderfully illustrated and detailed tome on the great Les Paul. If you're fascinated by the man and/or enjoy playing (or even just looking at) the various guitar models bearing his name, you'll love this book. I'm looking forward to the next one (the remainder of the set) which is scheduled for release by the end of the year.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Inside information., July 14, 2008

By	Robert Hicks "SFB Musician" (Alamogordo, New Mexico) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is an excellent book with lots of interviews with Les Paul and others who were part of the development of the Les Paul guitar through the early years. The photography is excellent with photos of significant Les Paul guitars. It is a beautiful book with lots of inside scoop for the Les Paul aficionado.