Elvis
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- $9.99
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- $9.99
Publisher Description
Experience the life of the King of Rock and Roll in this stunning graphic novel biography.
In 1954, Elvis Aaron Presley stepped into Sun Studios and recorded "That's All Right," unknowingly igniting a musical revolution. This graphic novel chronicles Elvis's journey from his humble beginnings in Mississippi to his meteoric rise to global stardom. Explore his musical influences, cultural impact, and personal struggles, all brought to life through striking photo-quality artwork.
Follow Elvis's career through his military service, Hollywood films, and complicated family life, culminating in his final days. This visual biography captures the essence of a cultural icon, making it a must-read for music enthusiasts and graphic novel aficionados alike. Discover the story of the King as never before!
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
The King of Rock 'n Roll has had many books written about his life and work, and unfortunately Chanoinat's (Pin-Up!) script reads more like a Wikipedia bibliography, listing every album with Elvis's name on it in clusters of seven or eight, with vague descriptors like "grand" and "excellent" (though the lack of precision could be attributed to translator Johnson). The only mentions of Presley's life outside of music and film are the most basic: his Army service, purchase of Graceland, and marriage to Priscilla Beaulieu. This book exists mainly as a vehicle for Le Henanff (Westfront) to showcase his photorealistic painting style, which, while beautiful, is impeded by Chanoinat's writing; the two do not work together in any interesting way. As a coffee table art book, Le Henanff's work is a lush success; as a graphic biography, Chanoinat's is a failure.
