Presley Elvis: Elvis 1956

In this impressive 88-page book, renowned music critic, author, screenwriter, and Elvis Presley authority PETER GURALNICK explores Elvis"' records and experiences from 1956 in great detail. Guralnick explains why it was such a groundbreaking year in the career of the iconic rock & roll star. Born in Boston, Massachusetts in 1943, Guralnick specializes in the history of early rock and roll and is the author of a classic two-volume biography of Elvis Presley, Last Train to Memphis: The Rise of Elvis Presley, followed by Careless Love: The Unmaking of Elvis Presley. This book is fully illustrated with rare and never before published photos, including numerous classic shots of Elvis by photographer Alfred Wertheimer. Also included inside is a 79-minute-long CD containing 31 of Elvis"' most important songs from 1956 carefully selected by Guralnick to accompany this book.