Life
Life
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Brief
564
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Global • 1960s-2000s
2010
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Life by Keith Richards, written with James Fox, chronicles the Rolling Stones guitarist's life from his working-class childhood in London, through the band's formation, his songwriting partnership with Mick Jagger, struggles with drug use, and family experiences, culminating in reflections on his legacy after a life-threatening accident. Topics of drug use and infidelity are discussed in the book.
Gritty
Adventurous
Humorous
Nostalgic
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Keith Richards' Life enthralls with its raw storytelling and unfiltered tales from rock 'n' roll history. Critics commend its candidness and engaging narrative but criticize its occasional incoherence and disjointed structure. Fans of the Rolling Stones and rock memoirs will find it captivating but may struggle with its erratic flow and verbosity.
Who Should Read Life?
Fans of rock music and memoirs will revel in Keith Richards' Life. Similar to Patti Smith's Just Kids and Bob Dylan's Chronicles, this book offers a raw, intimate glimpse into the legendary guitarist's tumultuous life, musical innovations, and the culture of the Rolling Stones. Ideal for readers passionate about rock history and personal stories.
102,668 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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564
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Global • 1960s-2000s
2010
Adult
18+ years
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