How many books?

[Donut]

How many books on Elvis do you have? And if you have many, how many times have you had to explain to friends or relatives that they all are different with a guilty expression on your face? :blush::lol:

[epmoodyblue]

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e160/selenauno/th_6hh.gifi have a few most of them are concert photo bookies on elvis ..(y)like this onehttp://www.elvis.com.au/presley/uploads/1/book_starringoklahoma_3.jpgother so called tell all books on his life im not interested inhttp://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e160/selenauno/smiley-gen101.gif

[moody-blues67]

I have 1 book: Caught In A Trap (y)

[Diane]

I have close to 50 Elvis books and I don't care what anybody thinks of it.:lol:

Diane

[Lisarose]

I have a lot of Elvis books, and I don't care what anyone thinks either. Especially since some of them [the inconsequential ones] were gifts.
Which ones are inconsequential? I was given one called The First Noel which contained a cd with Elvis singing the song. The book jacket gave the impression that Elvis wrote the book, which is why the giftor bought it for me.
It is a nice book and the artwork is spectacular.

[rockin]

i have around 30
they consist of information on Elvis recording sessions, concerts, FTD/CD books, TV Guides collector editions w/ CD, and guitar books to play along.
And no I am not ashamed of how much and of what i have lolol

[beckelvis]

i have 25 and the truth is all the same to me what the people think

[shelley.m.]

I have roughly around 30 plus books on Elvis and I to don't care what others think.It's my money,not theirs that I'm spending.

[john carpenter]

I have roughly around 30 plus books on Elvis and I to don't care what others think.It's my money,not theirs that I'm spending. (y)Exactly, Shelley, Over the years i've probably bought 50 or more Elvis related books. It's my money, i enjoy reading them,,so what is it anyones business?:P

[elvispresleytheking]

at least 10- and pretty much every time someone sees them

[celine]

Good question and as soon as I read it I got up and counted them: I have 75! To tell you the truth, I am surprised myself because I didn't know there are so many. Well, that's the result of 32 years of collecting.
And as most of you said, I also don't care what other people say or think. It's not their business and I don't care either, how they spend their money.

[Teddy]

I've counted 53 Elvis-related books on the shelves next to me and there are others elsewhere in the house.
I ought to declare that I've got almost as many Beatles books and collections on other artists too but Elvis is definitely winning.
Oh, and I have 2 copies of Elvis by the Presleys so that's kind of cheating. :blush:

[cbg84]

9 to 11. I'm still in the beginning stages of my collection.

[Angeline69]

I have more than 60 books but I don't exactly how much. That's my collection and I am proud of it. I don't care what other people think.:D

[Donut]

Thanks to you all for taking the time to count them :laughing: I have 53.

[Donut]

as soon as I read it I got up and counted them: I have 75! To tell you the truth, I am surprised myself because I didn't know there are so many.

:lol::lol::lol:


Oh, and I have 2 copies of Elvis by the Presleys

I can't believe it... :doh:

[max]

How Many Books ARE There ?

The "Dishonest Title?-Caveat Emptor" reviewer claims that "several Elvis bibliophiles" state in their "works" that the "true figure" concerning the total number of books published on Elvis is "closer to 1100" rather than the 400 or so covered by Opdyke in his "complete guide."

A search in the catalog of the Library of Congress and in an electronic catalog of 6,000 libraries--OCLC's WorldCat, containing 45 million or so records--reveals no publications by so-called Elvis "bibliophiles" Maria Columbus, Mary Hinds and Nigel Stevens. Nor are there any articles authored by them to be found in several databases which cover upwards of about 15,000 magazines, newspapers, journals, etc. In fact, there is little to be found anywhere about these alleged experts.

On the other hand, besides the present work, author Steven Opdyke has written a definitive book-length study of Willie Nelson and even wrote his M.A. thesis on the subject of rock music. The "Elvis bibliophiles" have no such pedigree to substantiate the reviewer's claims about the existence of their authoritative 1,100-item lists.

Although Columbus has long headed the "Elvis Special Photo Association" and Hinds the "Elvis! On Capitol Hill" fan club, there is thus no evidence that they have compiled and published any lists of book-length works about "The King." On the other hand, Greenwood Press consistently produces high-quality bibliographic studies that are the foundation of many an academic library's subject-specific bibliography collections. The present work is no exception.

And if we can trust the Library of Congress and their catalog, in it they presently list about 400 books on Elvis covered under about 75 subject headings. While there may be other books on Elvis that are not covered in the Opdyke work and that are presently unknown to the Library of Congress, Opdyke's book is, for the time being, "the real thing" and certainly worth the price.

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[Getlo]

Over 300 books on my shelves.

[Teddy]

I can't believe it... :doh:

Well I obviously have my signed copy of the hardback, which stays in a safe place until it's taken out on 'special occasions' and I also have a the smaller paperback version for portability and day-to-day reading ;)

[Diane]

Over 300 books on my shelves.

Getlo you have to be the winner. What a great collection!

Diane

[SleepyJack]

Yeah, you got me counting now as well!!.... 44 Elvis books on my shelf.... plus the copy of "Elvis and me" that`s holding up the wobbly table out in the shed!
I didn`t realise there were that many....kind of surprised. People don`t really buy me Elvis books or CDs anymore.... they kind of assume that I must have everything by now!

[Teddy]

plus the copy of "Elvis and me" that`s holding up the wobbly table out in the shed!


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[Diane]

:lmfao::lmfao::lmfao::lmfao::lmfao:

Diane

[SleepyJack]

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Nothing personal Teddy...sorry if I offended your fluffy little heart....It`s just that it was the only book with sufficient "thickness" to get the table level!:P:P

[Teddy]

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[Diane]

Nothing personal Teddy...sorry if I offended your fluffy little heart....It`s just that it was the only book with sufficient "thickness" to get the table level!:P:P

Love this!...sorry Teddy.:lol:

Diane

[Donut]

It`s just that it was the only book with sufficient "thickness" to get the table level!:P:P

We don't believe you but we understand ;)

[Teddy]

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[Tony Trout]

Teddy,

What's the deal with taking everything someone says about Priscilla so personally or getting so angry over?

I, honestly, don't get it.....

[Teddy]

Tony,

Did you ever get a crush on a girl at school, and even though she didn't know that you existed, you still got angry when other kids picked on her?
Maybe you didn't, but hopefully imagining this scenario will go some of the way to helping you to understand my lamentable position.

Where SleepyJack and I come from geographically, "thickness" is colloquially interchangeable with "stupidity", so essentially he was suggesting that Priscilla Presley and her adorable book are intellectually challenged, and that made me vexed and defensive. A bit like Forrest Gump when Jenny is threatened, except even more embarrassing because at least Jenny actually knows Forrest.

Fortunately, in the UK and Ireland, irony is such a popular vehicle of expression that we were able to have this heated exchange without either of us becoming even remotely ashamed or hurt.

So, no harm done, basically.

[Diane]

Where SleepyJack and I come from geographically, "thickness" is colloquially interchangeable with "stupidity", so essentially he was suggesting that Priscilla Presley and her adorable book are intellectually challenged, and that made me vexed and defensive. A bit like Forrest Gump when Jenny is threatened, except even more embarrassing because at least Jenny actually knows Forrest.

Fortunately, in the UK and Ireland, irony is such a popular vehicle of expression that we were able to have this heated exchange without either of us becoming even remotely ashamed or hurt.

So, no harm done, basically.

I understood this as in Canada where I was brought up, thickness means the same. In fact many of your expressions and meanings are still used there....I guess Canadians tend to hang onto their old world roots. :)

I know you and Jack are bantering back and forth just as you and Donut have been....if you weren't, one of you would be dead by now....have to admit though, I did wonder for a while when you were gone so long Teddy.:lol:

Diane

[jatta-tcb]

I have 16 books about Elvis :)

[Donut]

I know you and Jack are bantering back and forth just as you and Donut have been....if you weren't, one of you would be dead by now....have to admit though, I did wonder for a while when you were gone so long Teddy.:lol:

Diane

:supriced: I can't deny that murdering him has crossed my mind more than once and that the geographical distance between us has saved his life but in my defense I have to say he deserved it.

[Diane]

:supriced: I can't deny that murdering him has crossed my mind more than once and that the geographical distance between us has saved his life but in my defense I have to say he deserved it.

No surprise there:lol:.....Teddy...your turn:lol:

Diane

[SleepyJack]

It would be lovely sometimes to get more involved in these little battles... but,man...I don`t think I have the emoticons for it!.... I don`t know why,but sometimes those little guys leave me doubled-up from laughing!!:lol::lol::lol:

[Diane]

It would be lovely sometimes to get more involved in these little battles... but,man...I don`t think I have the emoticons for it!.... I don`t know why,but sometimes those little guys leave me doubled-up from laughing!!:lol::lol::lol:

Go for it Jack! This is the place for those with a great sense of humor and you're bubbling over with it. I don't have the emotions either but can't help but jump in now and then to stir the pot.:) The little crazy emotions kill me too.:lol:

Diane

[midnight]

I have around 50 books and tons of magazines.

[midnight]

Teddy, we know you have "Elvis and Me" by Priscilla, but do you have "Priscilla, Elvis and Me" by Mike Edwards? :lol:

[Diane]

Aw now Kim....you're hitting below the belt!:lmfao::lmfao::lmfao:

Diane

[Donut]

Tony,

Did you ever get a crush on a girl at school, and even though she didn't know that you existed, you still got angry when other kids picked on her?

I doubt it Teddy, only you had a thing about the ugly ones at school.

[Teddy]

Teddy, we know you have "Elvis and Me" by Priscilla, but do you have "Priscilla, Elvis and Me" by Mike Edwards? :lol:

Of course, but it's hidden. :mad:
One must keep one's friends close and enemies closer.
But I only consult that excrement in an emergency. :mad:

[Teddy]

I doubt it Teddy, only you had a thing about the ugly ones at school.

On the contrary, I've always punched above my weight, which has its own problems.

[shelley.m.]

Over 300 books on my shelves.

:supriced:Wow!!!:supriced:

[shelley.m.]

Nothing personal Teddy...sorry if I offended your fluffy little heart....It`s just that it was the only book with sufficient "thickness" to get the table level!:P:P

:lmfao::lmfao::lmfao::lmfao: The next time I have a wobbly table,I'll know which book to use,thanks Jack.:lol:

[cbg84]

Over 300 books on my shelves.

That's quite a bit.

[Getlo]

he was suggesting that Priscilla Presley and her adorable book are intellectually challenged.

To say the least.

Cilla's about as smart as a box of rocks.

[Tony Trout]

Tony,

Did you ever get a crush on a girl at school, and even though she didn't know that you existed, you still got angry when other kids picked on her?
Maybe you didn't, but hopefully imagining this scenario will go some of the way to helping you to understand my lamentable position.



So, no harm done, basically.


Teddy,

Yes, I did - many times through school, as a matter of fact. I understand now. Thanks for explaining your reasons - and it's good to see you posting again. :)

[Teddy]

Thanks Tony :)

[elvia7]

I have close to 50 Elvis books and I don't care what anybody thinks of it.:lol:

Diane

Me too Diane:hug::hug: :supriced::P
I have 43 ELVIS books and....:notworthy;):P:lol:

[elvia7]

Love this!...sorry Teddy.:lol:

Diane

(y)(y)(y):lol::lol:(y)(y)(y)

[Teddy]

To say the least.

Cilla's about as smart as a box of rocks.

And you have 300 books about her husband.
Or maybe just 300 books.

[Merry]

And you have 300 books about her husband.
Or maybe just 300 books.



:D:D:D


..............

[elvisia]

I´ve read a few....Elvis, what happened, Child bride, Last train to Memphis, Larry Gellers book.....ehh, don`t remember the title:blush:, but it was good, John Wilkinson book........ehh, don`t remember the title either..., but good as well, Priscillas book......and a few more......just not good with titles....lol, but think I`ve read most important books on Elvis.......

[Merry]

I´ve read a few....Elvis, what happened, Child bride, Last train to Memphis, Larry Gellers book.....ehh, don`t remember the title:blush:, but it was good, John Wilkinson book........ehh, don`t remember the title either..., but good as well, Priscillas book......and a few more......just not good with titles....lol, but think I`ve read most important books on Elvis.......


Larry's book is very good. The only one of Larry's I have read so far is "Leaves of Elvis' Garden" (which Larry sent me) you must have the same mindset, Elvisia (y)

There is a new book coming, Larry is coming to Australia (at this stage) next year (y) I'm happy about that :D

[Merry]

Sorry if stilted, protective

[Getlo]

And you have 300 books about her husband.
Or maybe just 300 books.

Er, that'd be her ex husband, pal.

And it's over 300 Elvis books.

And over a thousand non-Elvis.

[shelley.m.]

I forgot to include the paperback books I have,so I probably have close to 40 Elvis books in my collection.

[RS277]

Over 700 including an up to date US collection and many foriegn countries. 400 100% Elvis mags. One book that keeps eluding me is Tunzi's SRO book. :'(

[Wendy56]

4... and looking for others. :D

[Sonny]

Everybody this is about books, not personal issues. Don't have us deleting nonsense posts all the time... ;)

[MissyM]

Not one. But I've read a few I got from the library.

[desiree]

I've got only 11 books so far. I don't buy books that I don't like. I find it a waste of money and time (n) But if I find a nice one it's very welcome to my small collection :)

[Lisarose]

http://www.shopelvis.com/Product.aspx?cp=796_11143_11183&pc=EPAM2638

Does anyone have this book? It was released by Commercial Appeal, just wondering if it's worth the money?

[Tigerman1975]

I have close to 50 Elvis books and I don't care what anybody thinks of it.:lol:

Diane

Same here.

[monk37]

I have around 300 Elvis books from coffee table sized to paper backs, plus almost 200 magazine from the 50's onwards

It takes up nearly an entire 6 shelf bookcase - and it's right by the front door.

I never feel guilty about them and I don't let other people make me feel guilty.

I am more selective now than what I used to be - which is funny since there's more books now than the early 80's

One of the books is a 1973 grade school reader - it's a bio of Elvis with watercolours.


I find it very interesting to compare books written in different decades and see how the reporting/thinking about Elvis changes

[hounddog]

including mags i have 365 adn still growing, i've been collecting since i was around 8. I really like photo books

[KPM]

I have about 60 now on Elvis, most new ones I read from the library and then hope to catch them later on sale.

[Elizasong]

I have 21 books. I never have to explain because my family and friends knows how big a fan I am.

[lvelvis]

i currently have 106 i used to have more but i traded them, as i only now collect photo books and i am happy to collect them . At the rate that they are comming out it is hard to choose , but i love looking through them again and again, i don't need to explain them to nobody especially to fans, as they love to go through them as well. I gave up on tell alls and those rags because they just din't intrest me anymore, i can't believe that i used to spend a pretty penny on some of those what a **** waste.

[suspicious_mind]

I have quite a few - id say more than 10 for sure. Im always reading about him, trying to see what kind of person he REALLY was. Very fascinating guy, thats for sure. :king:

[laura17]

funny. when i was a child, before the jerry hopkins book, i asked if there was any books about elvis. the clerk laughed, and said...who would write one about him.

[SleepyJack]

funny. when i was a child, before the jerry hopkins book, i asked if there was any books about elvis. the clerk laughed, and said...who would write one about him.

The cheek!.... Hope you bopped him one on the nose! Hope he realised later how wrong he could be!!...you could fill a shop with all the books out by now!

[girl-do]

i don´t have that many , i don´t know what kind of books can you trust and what not. There are so many lies in books of Elvis.

[Lisarose]

True girl-do, it's just a matter of trussing your gut-feeling. I don't kno how many Elvis
books I have, but it's a lot, at least 100!

[marijaep]

I own only one book, and it's a picture book :blush: - but I've read most of the biographies that I think are worth reading.

[yvonne]

About 120 and I read them all:blush:

[yvonne]

http://www.shopelvis.com/Product.aspx?cp=796_11143_11183&pc=EPAM2638

Does anyone have this book? It was released by Commercial Appeal, just wondering if it's worth the money?

I bought this book last summer in Memphis for $39,95 and I think my money was well spend. It's an book with lots of pictures of Elvis and Memphis trough the years.

[Tigerman1975]

funny. when i was a child, before the jerry hopkins book, i asked if there was any books about elvis. the clerk laughed, and said...who would write one about him.

I sure that clerk feels like an ***** right about now too lol.

[Lisarose]

I bought this book last summer in Memphis for $39,95 and I think my money was well spend. It's an book with lots of pictures of Elvis and Memphis trough the years.
Thanks for the input, I'm puttin it in my shopping cart!

[Lisarose]

Originally Posted by laura17
funny. when i was a child, before the jerry hopkins book, i asked if there was any books about elvis. the clerk laughed, and said...who would write one about him.


I sure that clerk feels like an ***** right about now too lol.

And now, sometimes - I wish the books would stop! I understand what's-her-name STanley has put out yet another "dishing dirt" book on Elvis.

[Diane]

She's scraping at his bones again....what a low-life! You can bet I won't buy it...won't even read it if it gets to the library.