Presley, Elvis - Elvis - Dave Marsh

Taschenbuch - 250 Seiten - Omnibus Press "Before there was Elvis, there was nothing:" — John Lennon In Elvis, the definitive work on the man and his career, noted music critic Dave Marsh delves into every_ aspect of Presley‘s life and art. Presley embodies the heart of American pop culture and Marsh looks at the music — from its roots in gospel and country to its revitalization of those forms. With compassion and penetrating insight, Marsh examines Elvis‘s trajectory—from poor country boy to superstar, from faded has-been to his triumphant comeback, and to his ultimate decline and tragic end. Elvis is a richly illustrated tribute to the legend that Presley‘s life became and the heroism of the man who lived it. "Handsome...an intelligent and generous appreciation...critical and sympathetic" —New York Times Book Review "A beautiful book...exceptionally well written" — Philadelphia Inquirer "Opens new avenues of thought on Elvis‘s work...should not be missed." — Baltimore Sun