Life

Discover the compelling memoir of rock icon Keith Richards, which soared to the top of the SUNDAY TIMES bestseller list. Celebrated by The New York Times as 'electrifying' and hailed as 'a masterpiece' by The Word, this recounting is both humorous, deeply moving, and unflinchingly candid, as noted by the Sunday Telegraph. With the Rolling Stones, Richards was instrumental in crafting the riffs and lyrics that captivated the world while living the quintessential rock and roll lifestyle—doing exactly as he pleased and breaking new ground. Now, he offers an insider's view of his extraordinary life. From his childhood in post-war Kent, captivated by the sounds of Chuck Berry and Muddy Waters, to learning the guitar and forming a band with Mick Jagger and Brian Jones, Richards shares his journey. Experience the Rolling Stones' meteoric rise as the quintessential bad-boy band, their infamous Redlands drug bust, and the confrontations with a wary society that cemented his image as an outlaw and folk hero. Relive the creation of iconic riffs in songs like 'Jumping Jack Flash', 'Street Fighting Man', and 'Honky Tonk Women'. Witness his romance with Anita Pallenberg, the loss of Brian Jones, his time as a tax exile in France, and the tumultuous US tours alongside albums like 'Exile on Main Street' and 'Some Girls'. Richards delves into the trials of fame, isolation, and addiction, his love for Patti Hansen, the estrangement and reconciliation with Jagger, and his independent ventures with the Xpensive Winos. He shares insights into his marriage, family, and ongoing journey. With a voice distinctly his own and characterized by his trademark candor, Keith Richards presents the essential narrative of his life, offering a profound glimpse into the era he helped define.