Leaves of Elvis' Garden: The Song of His Soul | Larry Geller

Leaves of Elvis' Garden: The Song of His Soul | Larry Geller | "The real thing"

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	Leaves of Elvis' Garden: The Song of His Soul Larry Geller Bell Rock Publishing, 2008 - 192 pages average customer review:based on 14 reviews view larger image
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highly recommended

The Most Revealing Elvis Book You'll Ever Read

Literally hundreds of books and millions of words have been written about the phenomenon that was Elvis Presley. None even approaches what is revealed in this one - because this is the one story Elvis made Larry Geller promise to tell. It was Larry who sat in meditation with Elvis for hours at a time or for brief moments before a show. It was Larry whom Elvis could talk with about his deepest beliefs. And so, Larry became one of Elvis' closest confidants. He knew a side of Elvis that few others knew, and fewer understood.

Here at last is the full, true and mesmerizing story of Elvis Presley, who died in 1977, but whose legend is bigger than ever. Not until now have we had the chance to know him as he would have wanted us to. Many books tell what Elvis did. This one tells what Elvis believed. When you plumb the depths of Elvis' soul as it is revealed here, you will understand the real Elvis. You will know him, and very likely, love him even more.

You will read passages from his favorite books, with quotes and pictures of the philosophers and spiritual thinkers he admired: Paramahansa Yogananda, Kahlil Gibran and many others. You will view photographs of never-before-seen actual pages from some of those books, including The Prophet, with notes and comments in his own handwriting. Maybe best of all, you will listen in on intimate conversations that Elvis and Larry shared on a myriad of subjects over the years, including his feelings about the women in his life, the future of his career and life after death.

What Larry describes of Elvis here will shock some people. It's guaranteed to surprise you. Because what you will discover is a side of Elvis that was so intimate and personal, he never publicly let it out in words, only through his music. Yet the purity and authenticity of this story will absolutely convince you that you have, finally, met the real Elvis.

As Larry explains: Elvis charged me with this responsibility, empowering me and inspiring me to write this book when he said, 'The world knows Elvis Presley all right, but they don't know me. I want them to know me, the real person. Larry, I'm counting on you.'

Take a walk with Elvis and Larry through the heart and soul of Elvis the seeker. No matter how much you may already know of Elvis, you will come away feeling that you know him far better for having experienced Leaves of Elvis' Garden.

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Elvis' Soul Revealed

As a life long fan I have read many fascinating books on Elvis, however, most just touch the surface of Elvis' spirtual side and inner thoughts, and to be honest, most cover Elvis' life as a history lesson or chronology of events without deep analysis or penetration into the mind and spirit and soul behind the icon. "Leaves of Elvis' Garden" takes the reader into the inner sanctum of Elvis' deepest feelings on topics such as religion, stardom, life and death, and it builds the backstory and sets the stage in a way that explains not only the "what", but the "Why" in Elvis' search for meaning and purpose and understanding of who he was.

I think most of the passionate Elvis Fans know Elvis was fascinated with the study of different religions, numerology and a search for a deeper meaning of his life, but many cannot explain the "why". I think Larry does an excellent job in explaining the why...from his persective, and he really gets to the point in quick order in his writing style. This book covers much ground in a very clear, complete and concise manner and actually covers more material and insight into Elvis the person than other much longer books.

One amazing thing I found about Larry Geller's book was his ability to step back and understand and relate not only his and Elvis' relationship, but the relationship with others toward him and his closeness with Elvis. Many Elvis books have been written in a style where the author obviously has an ax to grind toward someone else that knew Elvis and never goes out of the way to try and understand different viewpoints and feelings, however, Larry not only accepts different viewpoints by those that where around Elvis at the time, but he has the ability to step back and understand the perceptions and views of others. After reading 'Leaves of Elvis Garden' I don't have any lesser view of any of the other "guys" in Elvis entourage, or Priscilla, or anyone else that knew Elvis, and instead have a better understanding of their position on certain topics, especially relating to Elvis search for God and his own spirituality and close relationship with Larry. I think that in itself speaks volumes about Larry Geller and is very refreshing.

Larry's love and reverence for Elvis Presley shines throughout this book, and have to say it has affected me on many levels. This book was an emotional roller coaster ride for me and don't mind admitting that when I read through the 'Unchained Melody' chapter near the end I was a pool of tears. This book drew me into the heart and soul of Elvis, the one person that has touched the lives of millions including myself, and I highly recommend this one for anyone that is ready to explore the human side of Elvis and understand the love and the passion of one of the most extraordinary men to walk the planet.

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"The real thing"

To me, a good Elvis book accomplishes two things: first, it at least attempts to describe the man behind the legend (I say "attempts" because after reading several books I come to the conclusion that no single person is able to describe Elvis Presley in an all-inclusive way; there is just too much to him) and secondly, it expresses the connection the writer has with Elvis in a sincere, respectful and caring way. If a story allows the reader's mind to easily paint mental pictures which give the illusion of real a life experience, then that's a bonus. Larry Geller's book achieved all of the above.

It's almost impossible to "fall out of love" with Elvis Presley. Like his daughter said, he was "the real thing". "Leaves of Elvis' Garden" underlines just how unique this man was.

With the help of friends like Larry Geller Elvis will live on for many years to come. A big Thank-You to him for sharing his memories!

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An icon revealed

This beautifully written book introduced me to the Elvis I never knew. Larry Geller reveals a sensitive, inquisitive and deeply human side to his close friend and spiritual disciple. I couldn't put it down and neither could my Mother-in-law. I loved this book and I recomend it highly to everyone.

david brandes writer/producer

A different view

I enjoyed this book, it was easy to read and it says just as much about another side of Elvis as it does about Larry Geller. This book gives insight into Larry's perception of Elvis and the relationship that they had. The realationship they had was different to any other relationship in Elvis' life. As an Elvis fan it openned up my spiritual side and it made me ask questions of my own journey - through someone I can relate to - Elvis Presley. Thank you Larry.

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