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It's a Long Story
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- Narrated by: Christopher Ryan Grant
- Length: 9 hrs and 33 mins
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Publisher's Summary
The definitive autobiography of Willie Nelson.
This is the unvarnished, complete story of Willie Nelson's life, told in his distinct voice and leaving no moment or experience unturned, from Texas and Nashville to Hawaii and his legendary bus.
Having recently turned 80, Nelson is ready to shine a light on all aspects of his life, including his drive to write music, the women in his life, his collaborations, and his biggest lows and highs - from his bankruptcy to the founding of Farm Aid.
An American icon who still tours the country and headlines music festivals, Willie Nelson and his music have found their way into the hearts and minds of fans the world over, winning 10 Grammys and receiving the Kennedy Center Honors. Now it's time to hear the last word about his life - from the man himself.
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio.
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- Amazon Customer
- 2023-02-19
The Real Deal
A trip down Memory Lane with Willie. Willie is about 90 now and I can’t believe I hadn’t found his autobiography before now. Very enjoyable, honest and entertaining. It’s a who’s who, whodunnit for over 60 years (and before) in the country music industry. Thank you, Willie for staying so upbeat despite all you went through and always telling it like it is. A very generous man who lived the laws of kindness and compassion ♥️
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- Jennelle H.
- 2022-11-13
Simply the best
One of the most entertaining and informative biographies I have ever read. A lesson on history, humility, and what home truly means. A dappling of politics in evolution serves to highlight he deep thinker and big feeler that is Willie Nelson.
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- Amazon Customer
- 2022-09-15
Loved it!
What a interesting story! I had no idea the struggle he had to get produced over the years.
Quite a few marriages and children. Would be interesting to read their books.
Cheers to Willie Nelson!
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- Tabitha B
- 2020-10-03
Couldn't Put it Down!
I could listen to Christopher Ryan Grant read the phone book. It helps that this book was also an incredible book.
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- Audra Bayer
- 2020-08-23
Make this a must read on your reading list
Highly recommended. Honest authentic, beautiful read. A different but valuable cultural contributing by Willie Nelson
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- Joan
- 2020-05-27
Fantastic Book
I really enjoyed everything about this book, the narration is fantastic and Willie's stories are captivating and inspiring. I like his attitude towards life. Great listen.
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- Gerald F.
- 2019-07-30
Willie is an amazing man.
Willie is one of the few people I know who is living life with Integrity, without envy, hate or greed.
Thank you for the inspiration in your legacy.
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- Ray2Jerry
- 2019-02-07
Great stories from the redheaded stranger..
I love these old tales from experienced musicians that few of us have ever heard, and Willie Nelson has had one incredible life! Narration was very well done.
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- Martha
- 2018-09-14
Loved it.
I’ve been a fan since I can remember, my mum was a fan and I guess it rubbed off on me. A well written, entertaining account of a wild and often public life. #audible1
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- Brad
- 2018-07-09
I enjoyed every minute of it.
Willie is a great story teller which I learned listening to his music. I expected the same from his book and was not disappointed. The narrator is awesome and even sounds like Willie. Loved it!
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