Covers the important figures, trends, and forms of country music throughout its history--from the Carter Family of the 1920s to Taylor Swift and Keith Urban today.

A comprehensive reference source on the history, impact, and current state of country music, offering portraits of figures in the country music world.

Profiles such stars as Hank Williams and Patsy Cline, as well as the new country acts

Offers biographical sketches with pictures of over 200 major figures in Country and Western music.

This major gift reference book celebrates Country music's enduring world-wide appeal, taking the reader on a journey from its roots to the present day. Exploring every style from Hillbilly and Bluegrass to Nashville and Country Rock, it features all the key artists from Jimmie Rodgers to Hank Williams and Johnny Cash, with illuminating cross-referencing along the way.