{"product_id":"gallaghers-guitars-the-rory-gallagher-collection-hardcover","title":"Gallagher's Guitars: The Rory Gallagher Collection - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eEleanor Jane\u003c\/b\u003e (Photographer), \u003cb\u003eJulien Bitoun\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eJohnny Marr\u003c\/b\u003e (Foreword by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\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. \u003c\/p\u003e\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.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEleanor Jane \u003c\/b\u003eis a professional photographer, primarily in the music industry, and the editor of the luxury print journal \u003ci\u003eEleven\u003c\/i\u003e magazine. Based in South Wales, she shoots portraiture for music magazines, live rock 'n' roll, and product and lifestyle shots for the musical instrument industry. She is the co-author (with Julien Bitoun) of the Motorbooks title \u003ci\u003eGallagher's Guitars: The Rory Gallagher Collection\u003c\/i\u003e, and her photography has been featured extensively in many publications, including \u003ci\u003eGuitar World\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eGuitar Aficionado\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eGuitar\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eGuitar Player\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eGuitarist\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Observer\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Guardian\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eTotal Guitar\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eClassic Rock Presents\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJulien Bitoun\u003c\/b\u003e is a guitarist, teacher, and author. In addition to writing for several guitar magazines, he is the author of a number of books, including \u003ci\u003eLes Paul: 70 Years\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eGuitars and Heroes\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Story of Woodstock Live: 50 Years\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJohnny Marr\u003c\/b\u003e was co-founder and lead guitarist of The Smiths. He later joined The The and the Pretenders, collaborated with Talking Heads and the Pet Shop Boys, and formed Electronic with Bernard Sumner. In the 2000s he joined Modest Mouse and the Cribs before launching a successful solo career. He later collaborated with composer Hans Zimmer on the soundtracks to the films \u003ci\u003eInception\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Amazing Spider-Man 2\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eNo Time to Die\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 256\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.43 x 12.18 x 9.73 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 17, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51987490799917,"sku":"9780760398487","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/3185\/6429\/files\/EEa-MD8O-H9780760398487.webp?v=1776179024","url":"https:\/\/ishookbooks.com\/products\/gallaghers-guitars-the-rory-gallagher-collection-hardcover","provider":"iShook Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}