Robin Williams cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Upper Grades (UG 9-12)
Book Level 8.9
Points 4.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 23184
Points per Word 0.000173
Page Count 112
Points per Page 0.035714

Description

This book profiles the life of actor Robin Williams including his childhood, his careers in television, the movies, and his future plans.

Quick Summary

If you're a fan of Robin Williams's energy and quick wit, this biography gives you the story behind the jokes. It walks through his childhood, how he became one of the most beloved comedians and actors of his generation, and what drove him both on and off stage. Kids who love movies like Mrs. Doubtfire or Aladdin will get a kick out of learning how he improvised most of his funniest lines and developed that one-of-a-kind energy. The book doesn't shy away from the harder parts of his life either his struggles with addiction and depression are covered in a way that older kids and teens can understand and learn from, which makes this more than just a fluff piece about a celebrity. It's a quick read at around 23,000 words, so reluctant readers or anyone who wants to know more about the man behind the characters will find it easy to get through. If you enjoy celebrity biographies, you'd probably also like checking out similar books about other comedians or actors who changed the game in Hollywood.