Playin' Possum

My Memories of George Jones

Nancy Jones, Ken Abraham

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Forefront Books
12 September 2023

Autobiography: arts & entertainment; Memoirs

"In Playin' Possum, readers get an intimate look at country music legend George Jones through the eyes of his wife of thirty years.

Ask anyone who knows country music, ""Who was the GOAT-the greatest of all time?"" and the answers will inevitably lead to George Jones.

Millions of people know the name of the iconic country music artist, George Jones, but few people know that behind the man and his golden voice was a strong, feisty woman who not only saved his life from cocaine addiction, alcoholism, and other abusive and self-destructive behaviors, but also was instrumental in saving his soul.

Legends, half-truths, and downright lies abound about the iconic singer, but what secrets do people not know about him? What was it like to live with him through the darkest shadows and in the brightest of lights?

Married for more than thirty years to the greatest country music singer who ever lived, the man Frank Sinatra had whimsically referred to as ""the second-greatest singer in America,"" Nancy Jones knew George Jones better than anyone else on earth-the good George and the bad George, the horrendous, and the hilarious. George and Nancy married March 4, 1983, and with her help and encouragement, he quit his wild and wicked ways-for a while. Nancy soon learned, however, that the demons held a strong grip on the man she loved, and they were not about to release him without a fight. But Nancy Jones is a tenacious fighter, and most people who knew ""the Possum,"" credit Nancy with saving his life and rebuilding his career.

For the first time, in Playin' Possum, Nancy Jones reveals the true ""insider"" perspectives and little known poignant and as well as humorous stories about the country music icon-his battles with cocaine, alcohol, abusive behavior toward her and others, his battles with himself, and most of all, his battles against the demons that sought to control him and ultimately destroy him.

Nancy knew there was a good man inside George Jones, and she felt strongly that God had given her the assignment to help him, even if he hurt her. She refused to give up on Jones. Although Tammy Wynette sang ""Stand By Your Man,"" it was actually Nancy Jones who stood by George for more than thirty years, and helped bring him to the Light. Together, they brought joy and light to millions of people.

Contributor Bio(s)"

By: Nancy Jones
With: Ken Abraham
Imprint: Forefront Books
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 231mm, Width: 150mm, Spine: 36mm
Weight: 567g
ISBN: 9781637632222
ISBN 10: 1637632223
Pages: 304
Publication Date: 12 September 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

"One of the most revered and respected women in the country music community, Nancy Jones has proven her business skills as well as her personal integrity and perseverance in managing George Jones's career and his intellectual properties. With her winsome smile and ""sweet Southern charm,"" Nancy is an excellent communicator both in public and private. Winner of the Country Music Association's prestigious Source Award in 2016, for ""Women Behind the Music,"" Nancy genuinely loves interacting with people. Her vivacious personality and enthusiasm are contagious, and everywhere she goes, people want what Nancy has to offer. Ken Abrahamis aNew York Timesbest-selling author, known around the world for his collaborations with high-profile public figures. He collaborated on works with Lisa Beamer, Joe Gibbs, Payne and Tracey Stewart, Bill Gaither, Chuck Norris, Buzz Aldrin, and Randy Travis. Ken lives in Franklin, Tennessee with his wife, Lisa. He's deeply invested in his family and grandchildren, a passion that drew him to this project."

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Playin' Possum

My Memories of George Jones

Nancy Jones, Ken Abraham

$64.95 $55.51

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