The only biography of the colorful and legendary songwriter of such enduring hits as "Lonely Avenue," "Save the Last Dance for Me," and "Viva Las Vegas"

Halberstadt offers the first biography of legendary songwriter Doc Pomus, author of such classics as "Lonely Avenue," "Save the Last Dance for Me," and "Viva Las Vegas." In 1991 Pomus became the first white person to be awarded the Rhythm and Blues Foundation's Pioneer Award.