Who Was Elvis Presley?

Written by Geoff Edgers and Who HQ · Illustrated by John O'Brien

Part of the Who Was . . . ? series

A biography about the life of Elvis Presley

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112 pages· 7,432 words· Est. 1 hour read· 610L

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Bookroo's summary

Born in the depths of the Depression in Tupelo, Mississippi, a young boy immersed in blues, gospel, and country music would rise to become the King of Rock and Roll. With his unique sound and iconic style, Elvis Presley transformed the music scene forever. Explore his journey from humble beginnings to cultural icon, and uncover the secrets behind his legendary status. What drove him to create a sound that captivated the world, and how did he change the face of music forever? Dive into the life of a legend and witness the birth of rock and roll.

From the publisher

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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