Elvis Presley, the legendary King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, had a lesser-known steady girlfriend after his split with Priscilla Presley.
This girlfriend has revealed that Elvis had a particular book that he held dear to his heart, shedding light on his surprising taste in literature.
Linda Thompson, who dated Elvis from 1972 to 1976, shared an intimate moment in her book A Little Thing Called Life.
She recalled how Elvis expressed his faithfulness to her, saying, “I’ve broken my fidelity record for all time.
I’ve never been this faithful to anyone for this long in my entire life.”
Thompson also mentioned that Elvis referenced their favorite book, The Prophet, when discussing their relationship.
He quoted a line from the book about marriage, emphasizing the importance of maintaining personal space while standing together.
Elvis reassured Thompson of his love and devotion.
The Prophet, written by Kahlil Gibran, is a collection of fables that offers timeless wisdom.
Though it doesn’t promote any specific religion, its profound insights have given it the aura of a religious text.
Perhaps this universality contributes to its enduring popularity.
Elvis’ choice of The Prophet as his favorite book holds significance.
It reveals his intellectual depth and well-read nature.
Considering the vast number of books available, Elvis chose this particular one.
The book’s influence extends beyond Elvis’ endorsement, as it even inspired an animated film adaptation in 2014.
This further solidifies its appeal and relevance in the modern world.
In Priscilla Presley’s memoir Elvis and Me, published in 1985, she provides additional insight into Elvis’ fascination with mystical literature.
While her account focuses on an earlier period of Elvis’ life, she still acknowledges his admiration for The Prophet.
According to Priscilla, Elvis read all of Gibran’s works but found The Prophet especially inspiring.
Additionally, Elvis appreciated other spiritual books such as the Bible, Vera Stanley Adler’s The Initiation of the World, Herman Hesse’s Siddhartha, and Joseph Sieber Benner’s The Impersonal Life.
He also held great admiration for Paramahansa Yogananda, the Hindu mystic who authored Autobiography of a Yogi.
The impact of The Prophet extends beyond Elvis.
It continues to inspire countless individuals, captivating readers with its profound messages and timeless wisdom.
