Last Train To Memphis

Name: Last Train To Memphis
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SKU: 9780349106519
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The Rise of Elvis Presley - 'The richest portrait of Presley we have ever had' Sunday Telegraph

By Peter Guralnick

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Last Train to Memphis by Peter Guralnick is an insightful biography that delves into the early life of Elvis Presley. It explores his rise from humble beginnings to becoming a cultural icon, capturing the dynamic spirit of the American 1950s. The book covers the pivotal moments and influences that shaped his career and persona, painting a vivid portrait of his transformation into a legendary music figure.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you are fascinated by the rise of Elvis Presley and want an in-depth look at the early years of his life. Peter Guralnick offers a detailed and engaging narrative of how the King of Rock 'n' Roll transformed the music scene. This book may appeal to you if you're interested in exploring the cultural and social forces that shaped this iconic figure and his extraordinary journey.

Last Train To Memphis

The definitive biography of Elvis and an excellent slice of social history.

The definitive biography of Elvis and an excellent slice of social history.

Description

This is the first volume of a two-volume biography of Elvis Presley, a book that justifies the importance of The King to American music and culture. It covers Presley's rise up to his mother's death in 1958.

The Presley displayed is bright, articulate, energetic—a young man in a hurry with a very real sense of himself and his art, a man with a disdain for convention and yet a yearning for genteel respectability. This is not the Elvis Presley of tabloid headlines and chat show notoriety.

Instead, it restores Elvis to his music, telling the story of a young man who, at 19, emerged as a full-blown artist to the wonder of his friends and the world.

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Last Train to Memphis by Peter Guralnick is lauded for its comprehensive and empathetic portrayal of Elvis Presley. The biography is praised for bringing to life a vivid and detailed image of Elvis, turning him into a relatable and complex figure. Bob Dylan and others have noted the book's ability to offer new insights, effectively overshadowing previous biographies. Guralnick's work is celebrated for its thorough research and passionate writing, making it a standout account of rock 'n' roll history.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780349106519

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 November 1995

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Abacus

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 38.0mm

Width: 134.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 430g

Pages: 592

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Arts & Culture Biography & Memoir Musicians, Movie Stars & Creative Biographies Non-Fiction Peter Guralnick

About the Author

Peter Guralnick is not only an acclaimed biographer but a cultural historian, the author of several famously received books about blues, country and western, and soul music.

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