Elvis Aaron Presley is more popular today than ever; yet he died nearly forty years ago. His music is constantly remixed and re-released to a new generation of fans; and his image thrives in popular art and culture. Elvisrsquo;s Graceland home and Tupelo birthplace have become places of pilgrimage. His relics command astounding prices at auction. Around the world it is estimated that there are 200;000 Elvis impersonators paying tribute to their hero. Elvis is the subject of some truly astonishing rumours and legends; including the one that he never actually died. Ted Harrison asks what lies behind the remarkable resurrection in popular culture of the King of Rock rsquo;nrsquo; Roll. The Death and Resurrection of Elvis Presley tells the story of Elvis after Elvis. It shows how his estate; which was pillaged by his manager; was saved through the business acumen and financial vision of his ex-wife Priscilla Presley. It explores a spiritual dimension to the Elvis revival; where fans create a fantasy quasi-religion through which they blend and confuse Elvis and Jesus. In the growing myth of Elvis; Harrison identifies a vibrant synthesis between money and faith; unique to the modern age; but reminiscent of the early centuries of Christianity. And underpinning the whole story is Elvisrsquo;s extraordinary charisma; thousands of fans simply having a lot of fun and ultimately some great; enduring music. This is a must-read for the many millions of loyal followers; as well as those who are more critical of the King.
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