The Electric Guitar: A Graphic History

by Blake Hoena Narrated by Book Buddy Digital Media

Overview

For decades, the blasts and howls of the electric guitar have been some of the defining sounds of popular music. But more than a century of effort and innovation had to happen before this instrument went electric. Learn about the master craftspeople who created the guitar as we know it, the inventors who figured out how to send guitar notes through amplifiers and give the guitar a bigger sound, and the musicians whose legendary playing put it at the center of rock 'n' roll.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

"A fascinating look at the relationship between technology and music."—starred, Booklist

School Library Journal

11/01/2021

Gr 3–6—Titles focus on objects familiar to readers and trace their invention and updates over the years. Current students have never lived in a world without these items and may be amazed at the various iterations that led to the current forms. Images show bulky mobile phones from the 1980s, the simplistic graphics of early video games, and other historical details. Innovations such as the waffle tread on Nike shoes for improved traction reinforce the continuous nature of the design process. Discussion of celebrity endorsements introduces famous faces and ties the inventions to popular culture. Source notes as well as suggestions for other books and websites will lead readers to additional information on each topic. VERDICT The graphic novel format and choice of high interest topics will keep these books in constant circulation.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940175037730
Publisher:	Lerner Publishing Group
Publication date:	08/01/2022
Series:	Amazing Inventions
Edition description:	Unabridged
Age Range:	8 - 11 Years

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