{"product_id":"elvis-a-biography-9780859655644","title":"Elvis: A Biography","description":"\u003cp\u003eJerry Hopkins's \u003ci\u003eElvis: A Biography\u003c\/i\u003e was the first book on popular music to top the U.S. bestseller list, and its sequel was equally popular. Long out of print, both books, along with a wealth of exciting new interviews, are brought together in \u003ci\u003eElvis\u003c\/i\u003e to form the most exhaustive account available of the King's life. Telling the complete story of Presley's rise and fall, from his poverty-stricken childhood in Tupelo through his musical development and emergence as pop's first superstar to his decline and death, the book explores Presley's singular appeal, his far-reaching influence, and his extraordinary legacy. Featuring newly published first-hand interviews with people close to Elvis - including high school teachers, girlfriends, directors, agents, recording engineers, bodyguards, sidemen, karate instructors, medical professionals, and even his personal jeweller - \u003ci\u003eElvis\u003c\/i\u003e presents a comprehensive and amazingly intimate look at this cultural icon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJerry Hopkins published more than 1,000 magazine articles and 27 books, including three international bestsellers. He was best known for his books and stories about popular music.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Plexus Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50726816710930,"sku":"9780859655644","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_6fd24860-ef93-432a-842e-ddc3c26c03b2.jpg?v=1734884853","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/elvis-a-biography-9780859655644","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}