Martin guitars are internationally revered, collected, and played by performers, singers, songwriters, and legions of avid collectors and enthusiasts. This book features more than a hundred of Martin’s most desirable guitars, including instruments belonging to Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, Joan Baez, Sting, and Eric Clapton. Dick Boak enthusiastically outlines his experiences as liaison in these collaborations.

Dick Boak is the director of the museum and archives at C. F. Martin & Co. and has collaborated with artists in the design of their limited edition and signature models. A prolific artist, luthier, and musician in his own right, he is a founder of the Association of Stringed Instrument Artisans and has organized numerous national instrument-making symposiums.

144 pages; 14 x 9.75 inches; hardcover