{"product_id":"the-gibson-guitar-from-1950-ian-c-bishop","title":"The Gibson Guitar From 1950, Ian C. Bishop","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePublication\u003c\/b\u003e: London, Musical New Services Ltd., 1978\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormatting\u003c\/b\u003e: 8vo, pp. [ii], 96.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/b\u003e: Very Good. The binding remains firm and secure with no loose pages, though the original glossy red card wrappers exhibit moderate shelf-wear, primarily consisting of light rubbing to the panels, minor scuffing to the extremities, and slight edge-wear along the spine. Internally, the pages remain clean and bright, free from the heavy oxidation or age-toning frequently found in paperbacks of this vintage. Aside from a partially obscured previous ownership signature on the title page, the text block is entirely free from markings or annotations, presenting a very tidy, well-preserved copy for the researcher or collector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCatalogue Note\u003c\/b\u003e: This is a third printing of Ian C. Bishop’s foundational reference work, originally issued as a dedicated \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"122\"\u003eGuitar Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e project. Heavily illustrated throughout with black-and-white photographs, the book provides an early, in-depth look at Gibson's post-1950 solid body, semi-acoustic, and flat top models, tracking the evolution of the Les Paul, Explorer, Flying V, SG, and Firebird.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eAs early reference books on vintage guitars continue to be highly regarded by collectors, luthiers, and historians, Bishop’s detailed text has retained significant reference value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eEarly UK printings such as this remain uncommon on the open market compared to the later 1990s reprints, appealing equally to Gibson enthusiasts and collectors of musical instrument literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eFirst published as a \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"28\"\u003eGuitar Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e project, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"53\"\u003eThe Gibson Guitar From 1950\u003c\/i\u003e by Ian C. Bishop stands as one of the earliest and most essential guides to the golden age of Gibson's electric and acoustic instruments. Spanning iconic solid bodies like the Les Paul and Flying V to renowned cello acoustics and flat tops, this book provides invaluable historical context, technical specifications, and serial number insights. An indispensable resource for any vintage guitar aficionado.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broadhursts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55592973107539,"sku":"6412","price":18.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/1469\/6787\/files\/20261019_110251.jpg?v=1792840607","url":"https:\/\/broadhurstsbooks.com\/products\/the-gibson-guitar-from-1950-ian-c-bishop","provider":"Broadhursts Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}