Story of Elvis : the rise and fall of the undisputed king of rock 'n' roll / edited by Dan Peel.
"This beautiful, must-have book is absolutely jam-packed with fascinating information about Elvis Presley! Learn what life was like for Elvis Aaron Presley growing up in poverty in Tupelo, MS, about his childhood as told by his father, Vernon, his rise to fame in the music business, how the world lay at his feet by his mid-20s, his military career, his sizable film career, and the pressures that led to his self-destructive behavior and early death. You'll also learn about all the ups and downs in Elvis's life including intimate details about his relationship with his parents, his wife Pricilla, the Memphis Mafia, and an array of girlfriends with photos to match. Many of the photos were originally seen in LIFE magazine, but there are private family photos as well. Also included is a comprehensive overview of each of his albums, with fascinating explanations of Elvis's state of mind while recording each one, behind-the-scenes photos from that year, the full track list, how each album was received by fans and critics, and the effect it had on his career. Learn the true history of Elvis, and celebrate Elvis Presley Day on August 16, with Story of Elvis!" -- Description provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781497104679
- ISBN: 149710467X
- Physical Description: 126 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cm.
- Publisher: Mount Joy, PA : Fox Chapel Publishing, [2024]
Content descriptions
- Formatted Contents Note:
- Chapter 1: Elvis arrives. The king is born ; Becoming the king -- Chapter 2: Rock 'n' roll royalty. All hail the king ; Sex symbol ; The army years ; Elvis in Hollywood ; Elvis in concert ; The king returns -- Chapter 3: Inside Graceland. Life with Elvis ; A home fit for a king -- Chapter 4: Fall of a king. Elvis has left the building ; Long live the king.
- Participant or Performer Note:
- Joel McIver listed as author in Library of Congress record and in Amazon.com summary as of August 7, 2024.
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- Presley, Elvis, 1935-1977.
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- Biographies.
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- 2 of 2 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at Onslow County Public Library.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Main Library | BIO PRESLEY (Text) | 36015000485447 | Adult Biography | Available | - |
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