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Reading Metrics

Grade Level Upper Grades (UG 9-12)
Book Level 7.1
Points 4.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 20834
Points per Word 0.000192
Page Count 112
Points per Page 0.035714

Description

This book is a biography of the life and career of Micheal Jordan.

Quick Summary

If you're a basketball fan, you'll love diving into the real story behind Michael Jordan's legendary career, tracing his path from a small-town kid who got cut from his high-school varsity team to the global icon who dominated the NBA. Pietrusza doesn't just list stats he shows the grind, the setbacks (like the early failure to make varsity), and the relentless practice that turned Jordan into a competitor who could shake off defeat and rise again. The book is perfect for teens who want a fast-paced, true-to-life sports story that's as much about mindset as it is about slam dunks, and it's a great pick for parents looking for a clean, inspiring read that doesn't shy away from the pressures athletes face. You'll get a clear picture of Jordan's college years at UNC, his iconic moments with the Chicago Bulls, the brief baseball experiment, and the later business ventures, all woven together in a way that feels like a conversation rather than a textbook. If you've already read the younger-targeted "Who Was Michael Jordan?" and wanted more detail, this biography steps up the depth without getting bogged down in jargon.