Rating : - Great introduction to Rock Guitar
This is a clear introduction to rock guitar. There is also a companion video that I would highly recommend. The course covers different strumming and rock rhythm techniques (shuffle, power chords, chordal riffs)using a nice selection of songs ("Louie, Louie", "Wild Thing", "All Along the Watchtower", "Johnny B. Goode", "Old Time Rock and Roll", "Black Magic Woman", "Gimme Shelter", "Miss You", "Don't Be Cruel", and more). You can play along with both the video and the CD that comes with the book (the book/CD is more comprehensive than the video, but the video is great for showing proper technique).

I became a performer and teacher starting with this book - and you can, too. Use this as your guide, put in the time, use follow-up books by Peter Vogl, and you'll get there faster than you thought possible.