Last Train To Memphis: The Rise of Elvis Presley

Last Train To Memphis: The Rise of Elvis Presley
ISBN-10
0349144451
ISBN-13
9780349144450
Category
Biography & Autobiography
Pages
592
Language
English
Published
2020-04-30
Publisher
Abacus
Author
Peter Guralnick

Description

This is the first of two volumes that make up what is arguably the definitive Elvis biography. Rich in documentary and interview material, this volume charts Elvis' early years and his rise to fame, taking us up to his departure for Germany in 1958. Of all the biographies of Elvis - this is the one you will keep coming back to.

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