The Ukulele: A Visual History

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Summary: Superlative rendering of Ukulele History! Onolicious!
Review: Jim Beloff's book, "The Ukulele:A Visual History", is a wonderful compilation of facts and pictures of this facinating instrument. One of the reasons I liked it was because there are no recent books out about Hawaiian musicians. The ukulele is irrevocably tied to Hawaiian music and musicians; their heritage and their history. I recently purchased a ukulele and I found this book a great resource for understanding the original ukulele makers as well finding a modern luthier to suit my needs. Its a fast and facinating read and a "must-have" for any ukulele buff.

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Summary: Packed from cover to cover with full color photographs
Review: Now in a revised and expanded edition, The Ukulele: A Visual History by Jim Beloff is the fascinating and informative saga of this widespread and popular musical instrument. From the history and spread of the Ukulele since its origin in Portugal, to the great ukulele players, to the sagas of businesses that manufacture ukuleles, to the ukulele's impact on musical culture worldwide, and more, The Ukulele is simply packed from cover to cover with full color photographs. The Ukulele: A Visual History is a most enjoyable learning experience for anyone curious about this unique and popular instrument.

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Summary: Some nice pictures
Review: This book has some nice pictures and makes for great coffee table fodder. The historical details and other bits are quite underdeveloped, although the biographical bits are a nice, if sketchy, touch. Not very informative, either in part or whole, but it does have some nice pictures.

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Summary: a visual knock-out - a must read for ukulele fans
Review: This is a remarkable book for anyone who enjoys musical instraments, old and new. Great history of the old uke makers and players. A frascinating book with GREAT pictures