Elvis Presley: A Biography

Elvis Presley: A Biography
ISBN-10
0313081719
ISBN-13
9780313081712
Series
Elvis Presley
Category
Rock musicians
Pages
140
Language
English
Published
2006-11
Publisher
Greenwood Publishing Group
Author
Kathleen Tracy

Description

Presents a biography of the rock and roll singer, guitarist, and actor who created a sensation with his unique blend of musical styles, powerful voice, good looks, and scandalous dancing.

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