Table of Contents

Foreword by Kim Novak Introduction by Thom Gilbert The Early Years Includes: -Elvis's birthplace, his first guitar, memories from high school friend George Klein, musicians including J.D. Sumner and Terry Blackwood, and girlfriend Dixie Lockwood The Late 1950s Includes: -Sun Studios, memories of Scotty Moore, Bill Black, D.J. Fontana; Glen Campbell; clothier Hal Lansky -RCA Studio B, musicians including Glen Glenn, Bob Moore; girlfriend Anita Wood, and more The 1960s Includes: -Elvis's movie costars, including Anne Helm, Darlene Tompkins, Celeste Yarnall, Mary Ann Mobley, and girlfriend Sandy Martindale -Graceland, the Honeymoon House, the cars, the clothes The 1970s Includes: -the Vegas years, featuring memories from the Memphis Mafia, girlfriends such as Linda Thompson, musicians including The Stamps Quartet, the TCB Band -images of Elvis's stage outfits and personal items, jewelry, gifts given and received, his plane (The Lisa Marie) and more

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Also available by Thom Gilbert:
Soul: Memphis' Original Sound ISBN 9788897737476

About the Author

Thom Gilbert is an award-winning photographer. Thom's work has appeared in numerous publications, including New York Magazine, Interview, Gotham, and LA Confidential. Kim Novak is an award-winning actress whose illustrious film career includes Pal Joey, Vertigo, The Mirror Crack'd, and a regular role on the television show Falcon Crest. She lives in Sams Valley, Oregon.

Reviews

"The legacy of Elvis lives on through these stunning photos."--The Life of Luxury Blog, May 9

It's gaudy, like an old Las Vegas showgirl costume, perhaps the kitschiest book you'd have on your shelf, but if you loved Mr. Presley, it'd be the most popular one, too.--Long Island Pulse

The photographic finesse of Thom Gilbert is one you will savour time and time again.--Elvis Info Network