Download or read book Elvis Close up written by Jay B. Leviton and published by Fireside. This book was released on 1988 with total page 135 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Photographs taken in 1956 show Elvis Presley on the road, in rehearsal, backstage with fans, and in concert

Download or read book Elvis Presley written by Wilborn Hampton and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2008-07-03 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides an in-depth biography of this rock legend and the places, people, and inspirations that made him the man he was, such as his formative years in Tupelo, his early music years, his years in the army, and his incredible rise to stardom as "The King." Reprint.

Download or read book Elvis by Those Who Knew Him Best written by Heard Clayton and published by Virgin Books Limited. This book was released on 2011-02-07 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Elvis died on 16 August 1977. He was just 42 years of age and had been the first global superstar of the rock'n'roll era: the King. An eager world followed his every appearance, flocked to his movies and bought his records in the millions. But what was he like as a colleague, as a friend, as a brother, as a lover? Imagine Elvis's relatives, friends, musical colleagues and business associates gathering to remember him and swap stories about him. In this close-up and intimate oral biography, that's just what nearly one hundred and fifty of them do, many of them speaking for the first time.

Download or read book Elvis close up written by Jay B. Leviton and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Elvis Presley written by Magdalena Alagna and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2001-12-15 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents the life and career of the legendary and influential rock and roll artist, from the early years to his controversial death in 1977.

Download or read book Elvis written by Paul Dowling and published by ABRAMS. This book was released on 1996 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Elvis Presley is perhaps the most recognizable rock icon in the history of popular music. Now, here is the first and only full-color book devoted exclusively to his album cover art. Dowling, the world's foremost collector of Elvis records, has selected 226 exciting covers from 37 different countries for this one-of-a-kind collection.

Download or read book Elvis Straight Up written by Joe Esposito and published by TCB Joe. This book was released on 2007-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Destined to become the most examined and talked about book since Elvis, What Happened?. NO MATTER WHAT YOU HAVE EVER READ BEFORE...ELVIS-STRAIGHT UP! WILL CHANGE THE WAY YOU LOOK AT ELVIS PRESLEY. What was the "real" Elvis like? The search for the truth is over! Elvis always lovingly and with true admiration refered to Joe Esposito as "Gentleman Joe". In the 35 years that I have known him, Joe has continued to conduct himself in that fashion. You only need to read his latest book to get a true understanding of who Joe is, and a clearer picture of who Elvis and his friends and lovers were, and what life with the King involved. I love you, Joe....thanks for being a true friend to me and to Elvis....even today. - Linda Thompson, Elvis' girlfriend and confidant, 1972-1976 Loved the book. Joe tells the truth about Elvis's colleagues and friends. - Patti Parry, close friend of Elvis' since the early sixties In "Elvis Straight Up" Joe gives a realistic look at Elvis and those around him. Thanks, Joe, for having the courage to be truthful and giving those "on the outside" real information, not just supposition. For fans who are tired of fictionalized stories and sugar-coated variations, this is the book to read. Be informed by one who knows. - Loanne Parker, Mrs. Colonel Tom Parker, manager of Elvis Presley

Download or read book Graceland written by Chuck Murphy and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than 600,000 people visit Graceland every year, making it one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. The number of Canadians who make the rock 'n' roll pilgrimage is staggering. This ultimate keepsake takes Elvis fans everywhere behind the velvet ropes for an all-access tour of the King's estate. In an elaborate pop-up format that suitably embraces the sanctity and poignancy of Graceland, eight full-colour spreads feature all of the mansion's most memorable destinations.

Download or read book Elvis and Ginger written by Ginger Alden and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2015-08-04 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Elvis Presley’s fiancée and last love tells her story and sets the record straight in this deeply personal memoir that reveals what really happened in the final years of the King of Rock n' Roll. Elvis Presley and Graceland were fixtures in Ginger Alden’s life; after all, she was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee. But she had no idea that she would play a part in that enduring legacy. For more than three decades Ginger has held the truth of their relationship close to her heart. Now she shares her unique story… In her own words, Ginger details their whirlwind romance—from first kiss to his stunning proposal of marriage. And for the very first time, she talks about the devastating end of it all and the fifty thousand mourners and reporters who descended on Graceland in 1977, exposing Ginger to the reality of living in the spotlight of a short yet immortal life. Above it all, Ginger rescues Elvis from the hearsay, rumors, and tabloid speculations of his final year by shedding a frank yet personal light on a very public legend. From a unique and intimate perspective, she reveals the man—complicated, romantic, fallible, and human—behind the myth, a superstar worshipped by millions and loved by Ginger Alden. INCLUDES PHOTOS

Download or read book Private Presley written by Andreas Schroer and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2002-08-06 with total page 12 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A comprehensive examination of Elvis Presley's years in Germany as an American GI-with hundreds of never-before-seen photographs and revelations from Elvis intimates."--Book jacket front flap.

Download or read book All Cooked Up written by Donna Presley Early and published by Gramercy. This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Elvis fans can eat like the King with this collection of more than 300 recipes from his family and friends. All of Elvis' favorites, from the famous Friend Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich to southern classics like cornbread and collard greens. Over 100 black-and-white and color photographs offer an intimate look at the King relaxing with his family, taking breaks from performing, and—of course—eating. Personal accounts from Elvis' cousins, close friends and his personal cook of more than 25 years detail the intimate side of Elvis and his everyday life, and fun facts and trivia offer even more insight and nostalgia. Just a few of the delicious recipes in this culinary tribute to the King: • Sweetheart Sweet Potato Surprise • Aunt Alice's Great Pork Chop Skillet Dinner • Elvis' Favorite Roast Beef • Moody Blue Meat Loaf • Britches Barbecue Brisket

Download or read book Elvis Up Close written by Rose Clayton and published by Turner Publications Incorporated. This book was released on 1995 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Elvis 68 Comeback written by Steve Binder and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2022-05-31 with total page 347 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A chronicle of the comeback performance that marked Elvis Presley’s return from the screen to the stage. Includes exclusive content from the show’s director, Steve Binder. The book contains a foreword by noted film director Baz Luhrmann, whose film credits include Strictly Ballroom, William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet, Moulin Rouge!, The Great Gatsby, and the 2022 Warner Brothers feature film, Elvis. Take a tour behind the scenes at the NBC television special that relaunched Elvis Presley’s career as a stage musician. Author Steve Binder—who directed the TV special—provides exclusive content that gives fans even more insight into the performance that many see as a high point in the King of Rock’s reign of American music. Elvis ’68 Comeback includes full-color photographs and detailed commentary on the show’s development and production, making this an excellent addition to the shelf of every Elvis fan. Foreword by film director Baz Luhrmann.

Download or read book When Elvis Died written by Neal Gregory and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 1992 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now available in trade paperback for the first time, and published to coincide with the 15th anniversary of his death, a thoroughly researched and thought-provoking look at the death of Elvis, the media's reaction, and the unexpected hysteria and hoopla that followed. "Finally, a good book on the death of Elvis Presley".--Greil Marcus, Rolling Stone.

Download or read book The Elvis Movies written by James L. Neibaur and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2014-04-04 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Elvis Presley’s stature as the “King of Rock and Roll” will never be challenged. Between his first RCA hit single in 1956—the number-one smash “Heartbreak Hotel”—and his death in 1977, Elvis amassed more than 100 hits on the music charts. Presley’s dominance on the music chart was paralleled only by the singer’s motion picture career. Between 1956 and 1969, Elvis appeared in more than thirty films, further cementing his place as one of the most popular entertainers of the twentieth century. While there have been countless books that explore the real Elvis tucked beneath layers of showbiz mythology, such volumes often dismiss his motion picture career as insignificant or overlook his onscreen work entirely. In The Elvis Movies, James L. Neibaur looks at the thirty-one features that Presley made, from Love Me Tender in 1956 to Change of Habit in 1969. Most of these were star vehicles tailor-made for his image. As Neibaur points out, Elvis had a real interest in being a good actor, but his initial promise was soon thwarted by anti-creative decisions that sold a packaged version of the singer. Despite lapsing into a predictable formula of lightweight musicals, Elvis Presley’s star power ensured that the films became box office successes. Neibaur examines each film, providing information about their production and offering assessments about their value in general, as well as their place in the Presley canon. Additional details include behind-the-scenes personnel, costars, DVD availability, and featured hit songs. An entertaining and informative look at an often underrated aspect of the singer’s career, The Elvis Movies offers readers insight into his films. This volume will be a welcome resource to fans of the singer who want to know more about the King and his successful ventures on the big screen.

Download or read book Elvis Presley written by Brandon Yip and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2020-01-07 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Elvis Presley, in his remarkable career, only toured outside the United States once and that was in 1957. On two separate tours, he performed concerts in three Canadian cities: Toronto, Ottawa and Vancouver. Notably, the Elvis concert in Vancouver at Empire Stadium on August 31, 1957, would be the final time the King performed in Canada. Over six decades have passed since those unforgettable concerts and fans (young and old) still remember when the King rocked Canada! The book contains interviews with fans and media members who attended Elvis' Canadian concerts; some had the opportunity to meet Elvis backstage. In addition, there are rare photos taken of Elvis in Vancouver, as well as photos of Elvis taken by fans who met the King in the 1960s. Also, there are insightful comments and reflections about Elvis: Canadian TV personality, Elaine "Lainey" Lui; Canadian music manager, Bruce Allen; legendary Vancouver disc jockey, Red Robinson (emcee of the King's 1957 Vancouver concert) and more. This is a book not only for Elvis fans, but fans of rock 'n' roll music and pop culture history. Long live the King!

Download or read book Me and a Guy Named Elvis written by Jerry Schilling and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2007-07-19 with total page 381 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On a lazy Sunday in 1954, twelve-year-old Jerry Schilling wandered into a Memphis touch football game, only to discover that his team was quarterbacked by a nineteen-year-old Elvis Presley, the local teenager whose first record, "That’s All Right," had just debuted on Memphis radio. The two became fast friends, even as Elvis turned into the world’s biggest star. In 1964, Elvis invited Jerry to work for him as part of his "Memphis Mafia," and Jerry soon found himself living with Elvis full-time in a Bel Air mansion and, later, in his own room at Graceland. Over the next thirteen years Jerry would work for Elvis in various capacities — from bodyguard to photo double to co-executive producer on a karate film. But more than anything else he was Elvis’s close friend and confidant: Elvis trusted Jerry with protecting his life when he received death threats, he asked Jerry to drive him and Priscilla to the hospital the day Lisa Marie was born and to accompany him during the famous "lost weekend" when he traveled to meet President Nixon at the White House. Me and a Guy Named Elvis looks at Presley from a friend’s perspective, offering readers the man rather than the icon — including insights into the creative frustrations that lead to Elvis’s abuse of prescription medicine and his tragic death. Jerry offers never-before-told stories about life inside Elvis’s inner circle and an emotional recounting of the great times, hard times, and unique times he and Elvis shared. These vivid memories will be priceless to Elvis’s millions of fans, and the compelling story will fascinate an even wider audience.