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Littlesugar, Amy

Shake Rag: From the Life of Elvis Presley

40 pp. | Philomel | October, 1998 | Trade ISBN 0-399-23005-X $$16.99
(4) 1-3 Illustrated by Floyd Cooper. In this story about Elvis Presley's early life and musical influences, Littlesugar portrays the boy musician as lonely, poor, and without many resources, but deeply passionate about gospel music and the blues. The overlong text offers insight (albeit fictionalized) into this legendary figure; Cooper's hazy, earth-toned illustrations lend feeling to the story. An author's note provides additional information. Bib.
Reviewer: Kitty Flynn

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