From his humble beginnings in Tupelo, Mississippi, to his extravagant Graceland mansion, this book charts the incredible life of Elvis Presley. With descriptions of his childhood, his school days, and his first tentative steps in the music industry, this book explores Elvis' rise to worldwide fame through his great successes in both music and film. His life in Germany as an American GI is examined, together with his marriage to Priscella, and the birth of his daughter, Lisa Marie. The downside to Elvis' life is looked at, with the events that led to his early death, aged just 42. Full of colourful photos, and complete with glossary and date chart.