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Do You Remember Elvis Presley?: The Life and Times of the King of Rock & Roll

Chris Edwards

The King of Rock and Roll shook up the music industry with his hip-swiveling dancing and soulful voice. But Elvis Presley wasn't always the King. Growing up, the Presley family struggled. Elvis moved from city to city and eventually landed in Memphis, Tennessee. There, Presley made a connection with the owner of Sun Records where he sang a few tunes that would later become nation-wide sensations. Growing in fame, Presley partnered with Colonel Tom Parker and appeared on the Ed Sullivan Show. Soon after, Elvis Presley was a household name and his records were in high demand. The fame was new to Presley and changed his life forever. Created for the reminiscent reader, the Do You Remember...? Series takes you back to the good ol' days. Share in the history of beloved icons and learn more about their rise to fame.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Blue River Press
  • Publish Date: Dec 3rd, 2024
  • Pages: 160
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 8.50in - 5.50in - 0.70in - 0.60lb
  • EAN: 9781681572352
  • Categories: Entertainment & Performing ArtsMusicGenres & Styles - Rock

About the Author

Dr. Chris Edwards teaches history, English, and mathematics at a public high school in the Midwest. He is a former research affiliate with MIT, a frequent contributor to Skeptic magazine, and his original "Connect-the-Dots" teaching method has been published by the National Council for Social Studies and by Rowman and Littlefield Education. He has written several titles for Blue River Press, including All About the Moon Landing and Do You Remember Elvis Presley?. Chris is also an educational consultant and is available to give lectures and book signings.