Michael Jordan
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Michael Jordan
The definitive biography of the most legendary basketball player of all time.
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! DescriptionMichael Jordan is synonymous with basketball excellence, his name evoking images of pristine jump shots, his body seamlessly blending with the ball to score in seemingly impossible situations. Moments like The Shrug, The Shot, and The Flu Game are etched in the annals of basketball history, celebrated by fans across the globe. Yet, behind these iconic highlights, Jordan's life is marked by intense competitiveness and personal struggles. Michael Jordan by Roland Lazenby delves into the duality of this sports legend, revealing the man behind the myth.
Lazenby's biography is the first to offer a balanced portrayal of Jordan, capturing both his athletic triumphs and his lesser-known complexities. Through meticulous research and unrivalled access, Lazenby paints a comprehensive picture of a man driven by an unrelenting desire to win, often crossing the lines of sportsmanship, and facing personal demons in the form of gambling controversies and fierce rivalries.
The author leverages personal relationships with Jordan's coaches and conducts countless interviews with friends, teammates, family members, and Jordan himself. With a career embedded deeply in covering Jordan from his college days to his pro career, Lazenby crafts a compelling narrative that brings to life the human behind the hero. The biography isn't just an account of Jordan's championships and accolades, but a profound study of his character, his motivations, and his impact on the sport of basketball.
Michael Jordan is an unfiltered glimpse into the life of a man who redefined basketball. It explores his journey from a young athlete in North Carolina to becoming an international icon, detailing the sacrifices, the failures, and the incredible victories that shaped his legendary career. This definitive biography goes beyond the public persona to reveal the complexities of the man, offering readers an intimate look at why Michael Jordan is revered as the greatest basketball player of all time.
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Michael Jordan by Roland Lazenby is widely regarded as an in-depth and compelling exploration of one of basketball's greatest legends. Critics have praised its meticulous research, thorough reporting, and engaging storytelling. The book delves into Jordan's life both on and off the court, offering insights into his competitive nature and the drive that made him an icon.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780316194761
Publisher: Little, Brown & Company
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 28 May 2015
Country: United States
Imprint: Back Bay Books
Illustration: 1 16-pp 4/c photo inserts
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 58.0mm
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 210.0mm
Weight: 742g
Pages: 720
About the Author
Roland Lazenby is the author of the critically acclaimed bestseller Jerry West: The Life and Legend of a Basketball Icon, among numerous other books. He has spent the past three decades interviewing NBA players, coaches, staff members, and other figures while writing about the league. He lives in Virginia.
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