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Leo lost his eye in a farming accident, and his job as an accountant because of The Great Depression. Creating his own work as a small appliance repairman, he drew upon the skills he taught himself. Living in California, even the musicians around him came to Leo for help. When it came to electrified guitars, Leo felt that there was a better way - and he would put in the time and years to do it well.
Guitar fans will certainly enjoy this picture book about Leo Fender's place in the invention of the solid body electric guitar. I like that the back matter includes more information about others who helped along the way. While not really fodder for elementary schools - unless the kids are in The School of Rock, nevertheless, I would show this to middle school and high schools if they have a guitar class. Leo is white.
Cindy, Middle School Librarian
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