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Keith Richards's autobiography covers his life as guitarist, songwriter, singer, and founding member of the Rolling Stones. He recounts his early influences, including Chuck Berry and Muddy Waters records, and the formation of the band with Mick Jagger and Brian Jones. The narrative follows the Stones' rise to fame, the drug busts that shaped his public image, and the creation of iconic songs such as "Jumping Jack Flash" and "Honky Tonk Women." Richards describes his relationship with Anita Pallenberg, Brian Jones's death, tax exile in France, extensive touring, struggles with isolation and addiction, and his relationship with Patti Hansen. The book also covers his estrangement from and later reconciliation with Jagger, his marriage, family life, solo work with the Xpensive Winos, and his continued touring. Richards presents his story with what he describes as trademark honesty.