Who Was Elvis Presley?
Who Was Elvis Presley? by Geoff Edgers is an illustrated biography published by Penguin on August 16, 2007. This 112-page book presents an engaging overview of Elvis Presley, detailing his humble beginnings in Tupelo, Mississippi, during the Great Depression. It explores how he was influenced by the blues, gospel, and country music of his youth, ultimately leading him to create a unique sound and style that transformed popular music and defined the rock and roll era.
Readers will find a captivating narrative that highlights Elvis’s rise to fame, characterized by his distinctive look and performance style. The book includes black-and-white illustrations on nearly every spread, enhancing the visual experience of this exploration into the life of a cultural icon. Covering subjects such as music, biography, and performing arts, this edition serves as an informative resource for young readers interested in the impact of Elvis Presley on American music and culture.
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Put on your blue suede shoes and get ready for another addition to the Who Was…? series! The King could not have come from humbler origins: Born in Tupelo, Mississippi, during the Depression, he grew up with the blues music of the rural South, the gospel music of local churches, and the country-western classics. But he forged a sound all his own—and a look that was all his own, too. With curled lip, swiveling hips, and greased pompadour, Elvis changed popular music forever, ushering in the age of rock and roll. Geoff Edgers’s fascinating biography of this icon of American pop culture includes black and- white illustrations on nearly every spread.
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