Roy Orbison

Ellis Amburn chronicles Roy Orbison's life and career, from the dusty oil patches and honky tonks of west Texas to the heights of international stardom - only to have it all cut short by a fatal heart attack in 1988. He was only 52 when he died. The author draws extensively on his interviews with Roy's family, the family of his first wife, old friends, colleagues and bandmates.

This is the story of one of rock's most renowned figures. This detailed compelling and frankly told biography sheds new light on a great performer.