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The Real Frank Zappa Book

By: Frank Zappa, Peter Occhiogrosso - with
Narrated by: Ahmet Zappa
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The legendary Frank Zappa, one of the most influential, innovative and controversial musical artists for the past 20 years, takes us on a wild, funny trip through his life and times. Along the way, Zappa offers his inimitable views on many things such as art, politics, and beer.

Cover concept by A. West

Cover design by Jackie Seow-Pracher

Cover photography by Greg Gorman

Music by Frank Zappa, Courtesy of Universal Music Enterprises

©1989 UMG Recordings, Inc. (P)2022 Audible, Inc.
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Energetic ramblings of a hard-working genius.

Read by Frank's son, an actor, the book sometimes gets a bit 'overacted', but remains true to his words. Frank was funny, insightful and shares some very deep thoughts alongside fun stories, opinionated rants and honest, personal exploration.

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