Elvis: Still Taking Care of Business: Memories and Insights About Elvis Presley From His Friend and Bodyguard

by Sonny West, Marshall Terrill

Overview

Elvis: Still Taking Care of Business is arguably the most authentic, no-holds-barred depiction of the greatest entertainer who ever lived. This is the book that the estate doesn't want you to read—it's a balanced, respectful, and insightful look by a true Presley insider and carter member of the infamous Memphis Mafia. Sonny West, Presley's close friend and bodyguard for nearly two decades, provides a firsthand account of the King's lavish spending sprees and many charitable acts, as well as the many affairs Presley conducted with his costars. Among all of Elvis Presley's close associates, no one tells stories that are more entertaining than Sonny West—he can mesmerize audiences for hours with his Elvis tidbits.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781600781490
Publisher:	Triumph Books
Publication date:	04/01/2008
Pages:	400
Sales rank:	377,694
Product dimensions:	5.60(w) x 8.70(h) x 1.30(d)

About the Author

Sonny West was Elvis Presley's close friend, trusted confidant, and bodyguard for 16 years. He is semi-retired, and routinely performs the show Elvis: Up Close and Personal by Sonny West. He lives Tennessee. Marshall Terrill is a veteran reporter for the Chandler Connection and is the author of a dozen books, including bestselling biographies on actor Steve McQueen and basketball legend Pistol Pete Maravich. He lives in Tempe, Arizona.