Sunday 17 January 2016

Elvis Presley Books Make An Excellent Read

By Marie Jackson


Over the years many Elvis Presley books have been written and published. These record the life and career of the most successful male recording artist in music history. A lot of these publications have come from those closest to the man himself including colleagues, friends, fellow musicians and relatives.

A large number of these books have been unauthorized biographies and subject to question. Many of the publications since his untimely death in 1977 are not necessarily factual and merely the opinions of the author. It has been well reported in fact that many of these accounts of his career and personal life are fictitious.

Numerous authorized books have also been written over the course of the past 50 years. Many of these have been authored by those who were there at the start of his career in the 1950's and who remained with him until his last days. The Presley family have also in recent years released personal notes, letters and photographs that were previously unseen by the general public.

Other publications that may be of interest are those documenting Elvis's recording career. Some of these are very comprehensive, detailing dates of recording sessions, musicians involved and concert dates from the late 50's through to the Vegas years in the 70's. Many of these also contain quotes and in some cases interviews with band members and studio staff that were present at these sessions.

Following his very successful early accomplishments he decided he would enter the world of acting. Numerous films were made during a relatively short time and although not the finest of film actors many accounts, stories and photographs from these Hollywood days have been put into print. Some of his closest friends and fellow actors have over the years decided to share their memories and tales from these times.

After being drafted into the army and stationed in Europe, his music career was put on hold and it is well documented in many books that he was unhappy with this. A turbulent time in his life, the recollections from people closest to him during this time makes for compulsive reading for fans. Whilst completing his service to his country, Presley's mother passed away and he met a girl that would later become his wife.

Many people regard the stories and account of the later years the most interesting material to read. Spending many months at a time in Vegas, sometimes performing two shows per day to sell out audiences there are many stories to be told. Mixing with fellow superstars also working in the town at the time, a lot of these tales and anecdotes have been published. During these years the stars health started to deteriorate and he became more involved in religion and in particular gospel music and there are some fascinating copies in print of Presley's own written comments.

Whether a fan of the man himself or just a casual reader interested in music or American history, many of these are books are well worth a read. From magazines to volumes running into thousands of pages, there have been literally millions of words printed about the king. These can be found in bookstores, online retailers and libraries all over the world.




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