Delve into the extensive and detailed history of the beloved and renowned Martin guitar with this new hardcover book from Hal Leonard. As part of a two-book set, Hal Leonard's Martin The Guitar book begins their story in New York circa 1833 and continues through the years as the Martin name rose to iconic status within the United States. The original publication was first released in the 1970's, with various updates and design notes being applied by industry experts along the way, to get to his new and revised edition. Learn more about the people and the guitars themselves that brought the Martin name to worldwide recognition and that have kept the brand a household name today with this book - a must have for any guitar fan or music history fan. The hardcover book (with included CD) is a richly-illustrated edition of an already well-known original, as well as being regarded as the most accurate reference product on the Martin guitar company on the market.