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Alto saxophonist Art Pepper (1925–1982) was a rare talent who performed jazz for four decades despite dealing with alcoholism, heroin addiction and periods of imprisonment. This candid confessional memoir was transcribed by his wife from an oral narrative taped during the 1970s and is interspersed with the words of friends and relatives. The book also features a comprehensive discography.
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Art Pepper was described as the greatest alto-saxophonist of the post-Charlie Parker generation. Straight Life, originally narrated on tape to his wife Laurie, is an explosive work chronicling his work amidst a life dealing with alcoholism, heroin addiction, armed robberies and imprisonment. The result is an autobiography like no other, a masterpiece of the spoken word, shaped into a genuine work of literature. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR013067399
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Paperback. Condition: New. Alto saxophonist Art Pepper (1925-1982) was a rare talent who performed jazz for four decades despite dealing with alcoholism, heroin addiction and periods of imprisonment. This candid confessional memoir was transcribed by his wife from an oral narrative taped during the 1970s and is interspersed with the words of friends and relatives. The book also features a comprehensive discography. Seller Inventory # 530920
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