The Practical Book of the Guitar: How to Play Acoustic and Electric, with 300 Chord Charts, an Illustrated History, and a Visual Directory of 400 Classic Instruments

I bought this book for a guitar-mad playing friend who loves it and says it is a comprehensive and indepth detailed guide. The guitars and illustrations are clear and there are lots of intensive chords for beginners and advanced players alike. Well worth the money if you are just learning or are an advanced player.

Quite expensive, and more about types of guitar than playing songs