Between 1975 and 1991 there have been three editions published of the history of Sun Records by Colin Escott and Martin Hawkins. The first edition was published only in the UK. The 1991 edition might well be the definitive edition as it has remained in print ever since and there has never been word of another revision. The second edition was like the first book I ever had about Buddy Holly. Neither left my side upon purchase and I would read a few pages at every opportunity. These books were really my introduction to rockabilly music beyond the music itself.
I'd seen pictures of the first edition. Since the 1980s it was extremely rare and if I ever saw a copy for sale (maybe twice) it was just too expensive. Last week I checked Amazon's other sellers and found two copies at very reasonable prices, one for a mere ten bucks. I suspect these books have become so old that few people know it exists, hence the cheap price possibly due to low demand. Well, by God it's mine now and I am glad to have it along side the two newer editions. This is a gem in my music and book collection.
