An Account of the life and work of Torres (1817-92).  Staggeringly thorough text on the Spanish luthier who undoubtedly had the most profound influence on the shape of the modem classical guitar.  The first part of this book is about Torres’ life in Sevilla and Almería, the second part deals with the technical aspects of his work, describing his methods of construction; the woods, the wood inlays, and plantillas he used; the use of the tornavoz, his labels, imitations of his work, and also recordings made with his guitars.  Includes scale drawings and illustrated catalog.