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Elvis (2e, Tr)

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As compelling as the two Guralnick books are, my favorite is this sprawling, wonderfully illustrated biography highlighted by Mr. Marsh's knowledgeable text. His list of song highlights in the back of this invaluable volume serves as a great "crash course" in the King's discography. Dave Marsh is a great fan of Elvis, but the book does not sink into gushy fan love letter stuff, nor does it go the Albert Goldman route. If I could award six stars, I would.

I read this book when it was published in the 1980s and for over ten years, I felt it was the best book about Elvis Presley.

However, Peter Guralnick produced a great piece of work with "Last Train" and "Careless Love" that captured the essence of Elvis that had been missing from every type of media that attempted to tell Elvis Presley's story.

Marsh's book doesn't fare well when compared to either book but it was the first serious work that, for the most part, was able to correctly put Presley's life on paper.

What can be said about another Elvis book. Well, it's another Elvis book. I love Dave Marsh's writing and own his other books. It's well done BUT another Elvis book? You won't wast your money BUT another Elvis book?

Aloha Folks:
Happy to let others know of your great product quality and fast service. Not that I had an immediate need to receive this book in a hurry but it's great to know that you do provide quick delivery without paying extra. You'll be happy to know I received it in plenty of time to have the author sign it for me at a special interview with Dave Marsh at the Rock 'n Roll Hall of Fame - Mahalo nui loa/thanks alot - Dahmia