The Secret Life of Colonel Tom Parker: The Carny Who Managed the King

by James L. Dickerson

For the first time, the true, uncensored, and unbelievable story of Colonel Tom Parker, the man closest to Elvis Presley. With the death of Parker in 1997, the path has been cleared for a candid look at the man and his life. This book provides the first solid investigative effort, based on original interviews with knowledgeable sources from Nashville to Las Vegas. 40 photos.

288 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 1998