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Leo Fender loved to thinker and tinker and take things apart and put them back together again. When he lost an eye in a childhood accident, he refused to think of himself as broken. With a new pair of magnifying glasses, Leo got back to doing what he loved, fixing machines big and small―even broken instruments.
His inventions―which included the Telecaster and the Stratocaster―would inspire the rock ’n’ roll generation and go on to amplify the talents of legendary guitarists Muddy Waters, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and Bonnie Raitt, among others. Fender’s brilliant engineering vision connected science and art forever.
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Are you a lover of music and fascinated by the stories behind the most iconic guitars? Look no further than "Gizmos, Gadgets, and Guitars: The Story of Leo Fender". This captivating picture book biography takes you on a journey through the life of ingenious inventor Leo Fender, the man behind the world's most renowned Fender electric guitars.
Leo Fender's passion for tinkering and innovation knew no bounds. Even after losing an eye in a childhood accident, he refused to let adversity define him. Equipped with a new pair of magnifying glasses, Leo honed his craft, fixing not just machines but also broken musical instruments.
It was Leo's groundbreaking inventions that shaped the future of rock 'n' roll music. The Telecaster and the Stratocaster, iconic guitars that became synonymous with legendary guitarists like Muddy Waters, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and Bonnie Raitt, were a testament to Leo Fender's brilliant engineering vision. His creations connected the realms of science and art, forever changing the landscape of music.
If you're a fan of Iggy Peck, Architect and enjoy inspiring stories of determination and creativity, "Gizmos, Gadgets, and Guitars: The Story of Leo Fender" is a must-read. Discover the remarkable life of a man who revolutionized the world of music, and be inspired by his unwavering passion and relentless pursuit of innovation.
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