
Guitar Genius: How Les Paul Engineered the Solid-Body Electric Guitar and Rocked the World (Children's Music Books, Picture Books, Guitar Books, Music Books for Kids)
Brett Helquist
(Illustrator)Description
A beautifully-illustrated true story of rock and roll legend Les Paul: This is the story of how Les Paul created the world's first solid-body electric guitar, countless other inventions that changed modern music, and one truly epic career in rock and roll. How to make a microphone? A broomstick, a cinderblock, a telephone, a radio. How to make an electric guitar? A record player's arm, a speaker, some tape. How to make a legendary inventor? A few tools, a lot of curiosity, and an endless faith in what is possible, this unforgettable biography will resonate with inventive readers young and old.
- Perfect for young readers and rock and roll enthusiasts alike.
- Unforgettable biography that will resonate with inventive readers young and old.
- Featuring richly detailed, dynamic illustrations by Brett Helquist, the New York Times bestselling illustrator of many books, including the Lemony Snicket books, A Series of Unfortunate Events.
This inspiring true story of rock and roll legend Les Paul teaches lessons of perseverance, overcoming obstacles, and following your dreams.
- Perfect read aloud book for family story time
- Books for kids ages 5-8
- Great book for STEM programs
- Children's books for grades K-3
Product Details
Publisher | Chronicle Books |
Publish Date | April 09, 2019 |
Pages | 56 |
Language | English |
Type | |
EAN/UPC | 9781452159195 |
Dimensions | 9.6 X 11.1 X 0.5 inches | 1.3 pounds |
About the Author
Brett Helquist is the New York Times bestselling illustrator of many books, including the Lemony Snicket books, A Series of Unfortunate Events. He lives in Brooklyn, New York.
Reviews
"An exuberant introduction to a musician and creative genius." ---Kirkus Reviews
"Les Paul was an innovator and musical force for the ages-he changed the world in a very real way. His story is a lesson from which kids of all ages can derive inspiration." --Billy Gibbons, lead guitarist of ZZ Top
"Text and illustrations radiate exuberance and joy . . . A strong addition to inspire would-be inventors, and an excellent choice for STEM programs and biography collections." - School Library Journal
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