Synopses & Reviews
Millions of Americans have come to rely on the Complete Idiot's Guide series for practical, basic information on everything from preparing an income tax return to entertaining weekend guests. The witty, conversational style and the inviting, browsable format take the intimidation factor out of learning new skills. This season the popular series -- which has featured such top sellers as The Complete Idiot's Guide to Dating and The Complete Idiot's Guide to Making Money on Wall Street -- has been expanded to include 27 new tides. As always, each book includes:
-- Idiot-proof steps for mastering specific skills
-- An easy-to-use design, including fun sidebars and witty cartoons
-- Warnings, tips, definitions, and advice from leading authorities
-- The popular "Least You Need To Know" feature at the back of each chapter
Commemorate the 20th anniversary of The King's death with this one-of-a-kind primer
Elvis Presley changed the course of world music. With his shaking hips, incomparable good looks, dangerous attitude and, of course, magnificent singing voice, Elvis paved the way for the hundreds of rockers who followed. This book, by a recognized Elvis authority, is the ultimate guide to Elvis fact and folklore, with detailed information on both the legend and the man, exploring: why he is studied; his contributions to American culture and society; his recordings, films, and performances; and the results of his phenomenon -- from Elvis sightings to collectibles to cults. Includes photos throughout and an eight-page glossy photo insert.
Synopsis
You're no idiot, of course. You've seen Elvis on postage stamps, watched him strut his stuff in a bunch of Hollywood musicals, and possibly even seen those skydiving impersonators in Honeymoon in Vegas. But now you're wondering...why all this fuss about the King 20 years after his death? Don't bend your pelvis out of shape! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Elvis gives you a royal tour of the Elvis phenomenon and show you why 50,000,000 fans can't be wrong. In this Complete Idiot's Guide you get: