{"product_id":"gallaghers-guitars-the-rory-gallagher-collection-9780760398487","title":"Gallagher's Guitars: The Rory Gallagher Collection","description":"\u003cb\u003eGet an intimate and exclusive look at the instruments of the beloved Irish guitarist, Rory Gallagher, in this stunningly photographed official volume.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen it comes to guitar heroes, Rory Gallagher is considered one of the greats, a \"player's player\" forever linked with his iconic, well-worn 1961 Stratocaster. But like most virtuosos, Gallagher owned many noteworthy guitars, lap steels, and mandolins, 40 of which are featured in this breathtaking collection, along with selected amplifiers and effects pedals. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePhotographed in cooperation with Bonhams before the 2024 auction of the collection, the gear spans Gallagher's entire career and showcases instruments from all the major manufacturers. Exquisitely detailed photography of the instruments by guitar photographer Eleanor Jane is accompanied by authoritative text from guitar historian Julien Bitoun, including interview material with Rory's brother and manager, Dónal, as well as archival photography from the Gallagher family. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn addition to the legendary '61 Strat, \u003ci\u003eGallagher's Guitars\u003c\/i\u003e includes: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1958 backup Stratocaster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1966 Fender Telecaster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1959 Fender Esquire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1968 Martin D-35\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1968 Gibson Les Paul Junior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1959 Gretsch Chet Atkins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1965 Airline \"JB Hutto\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd that's just a small sampling. Even Rory's first guitar, a flat-top acoustic acquired when he was nine years old, is included. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn addition to major manufacturers like \u003cb\u003eFender\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eGibson\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eGretsch\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eRickenbacker\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eEpiphone\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eNational\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eVox\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMartin\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003eMarshall\u003c\/b\u003e, the collection includes pieces from names that grab the attention of discerning gearheads and collectors--\u003cb\u003eAirline\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eTeisco\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eMosrite\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eStella\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eSilvertone\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eKay\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eGuyatone\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003eSupro\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFeaturing a foreword by acclaimed guitarist and Gallagher superfan Johnny Marr, this carefully curated and display-worthy book is a fitting tribute to the life and career of one of the most revered guitarists of the rock era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Eleanor Jane,Julien Bitoun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Motorbooks International\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/17\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 256\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 4.65lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 12.18h x 9.73w x 1.43d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780760398487","brand":"Motorbooks International","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45361554981001,"sku":"9780760398487","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/9240\/6921\/files\/img_f52ddf7f-d88c-4978-86d8-176df2cee9bc.jpg?v=1773170260","url":"https:\/\/sonsanddaughtersbooks.com\/products\/gallaghers-guitars-the-rory-gallagher-collection-9780760398487","provider":"Sons and Daughters Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}