Elvis People The Cult of the King Author:Ted Harrison More than fifteen years later, his fans remain fiercely loyal. What is more, they are being joined by others who only know the myth, not the man. For them, Elvis will live for ever. — Elvis People is a fascinating and colourful survey of a growing cult. At the same time, it poses a serious question: are we witnessing the b... more »irth of a new religious movement?
Certainly there is evidence.
Many disciples tell of feeling the presence of Elvis with them every day, and especially at times of trouble. Some argue that he never died -- a telephone hotline in the States records 'sightings'.
There is a thriving market for 'relics', and Elvis's home at Graceland has become a site of pilgrimage. A 'priesthood' of impersonators preaches the gospel of Elvis. The supernatural events that attended Elvis birth, and his lifelong quest for enlightenment, are seen as evidence that he was 'chosen' by a higher power.
Perhaps, in 2000 years' time there will be cahedrals to Elvis.« less