Blue Suede Shoes

This is a new take on the Elvis legend, a visual homage combined with personal stories from those who knew him.A follow-up to Thom Gilbert's very successful Soul: Memphis Original Sound, which earned accoladesAugust 2017 marks the anniversary of Elvis's death.Front cover imageBlue Suede Shoes The Culture of ElvisThom Gilbert, foreword by Kim NovakNot yet printed due - 01/199781943876037HardbackGlitterati IncorporatedTerritory: WorldSize: 305 mm x 228 mmPages: 256Illustrations: 300 colourRRP £45.00 Your price £36.00This is a new take on the Elvis legend, a visual homage combined with personal stories from those who knew himA follow-up to Thom Gilbert's very successful Soul: Memphis Original Sound, which earned accoladesAugust 2017 marks the anniversary of Elvis's deathAn all-access pass to the private world of Elvis Presley, as photographed by Thom Gilbert, who went behind the scenes to capture these stunning photographs of Elvis artefacts. An intimate look at "The King" through an examination of the items with which he chose to surround himself, this collection presents portraits, personal memorabilia, jewellery, fashion and knickknacks, and interior images from his homes and birthplace. Adding to this unique portrait of Elvis are inspirational stories from the musicians, intimates, relatives, producers, songwriters, costars, and friends who knew him. Gilbert has created an historic collection that encompasses an in-depth cross-section of the people who crossed paths with one of America's most beloved performers and the possessions and treasures that were meaningful to the man who was the most celebrated pop culture icon of the 20th century.