Fender - by Martin Kelly & Terry Foster (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

This is THE definitive book about Fender

Collects together more rare Fender guitars than have ever been seen before, an iconic American brand whose value to collectors keeps on rising

Leo Fender's guitars have arguably had the greatest influence on modern music than any other make of guitar. Over 250 guitars in every model, style and finish are lovingly photographed and detailed, from the greatest to the rarest - Strats, Teles and the infamous Marauder. Includes hundreds of never-before-seen images from recently unearthed archives and specially commissioned shoots around the world.

Working with a worldwide network of collectors each model has been photographed specially for the book and alongside these exceptionally rare guitars are reproductions of Fender ephemera - the largest collection anyone will have ever seen. Tracing the history and influence of the company, in an easy-to-read format, with a level of detail no other book can rival. These vintage guitars are among the most loved and collectible instruments in the world.

About the Author

Martin Kelly is the joint MD of highly acclaimed British independent record label Heavenly Recordings home of the Magic Numbers, Doves and Cherry Ghost.Paul Kelly is an award winning film maker (director of Finisterre and This Is Tomorrow) and designer. He did allt he photography for the book. He lives in London.Terry Foster is one of the world's leading authorities and collectors of Fender guitars. He lives in America.