Lavishly illustrated book traces the history of the ukulele with a sense of whimsy befitting the instrument. Features color photographs of the finest and most unique ukuleles, the history of the ukulele, the greatest players, the great makers, and the uke in popular culture. This revised edition includes new photos and updated information. Plus catalog & sheet music reprints, vintage advertisements, profiles of famous players and their recordings. Makers include Manuel Nunes, Augusto Dias, Jonah Kumalae, Kamaka, Martin, Gibson, Lyon & Healy, Regal, Harmony, Favilla, Weissenborn, Schireson Bros., Dobro, National, and Maccaferri. Softcover. 128 pp.