Who Is the Man in the Air?: Michael Jordan
Graphic Nov.
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Chapter Book · Graphic novel · Ages 9–12 · 2022 · Est. 29 min read

Who Is the Man in the Air?: Michael Jordan

By Gabe Soria, Who HQ, Brittney Williams (Illustrator)

Part of the Who HQ Graphic Novels series

A basketball player must overcome illness to lead his team to victory in the NBA Finals

3.8/5 Goodreads · 146 ratings
64 pages· 3,185 words· Est. 29 min read
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In the 1997 NBA Finals, Michael Jordan faces a mysterious illness during Game 5 against the Utah Jazz. This graphic novel captures his relentless determination and athletic prowess as he fights through adversity. Will his willpower lead to triumph, or will the illness prove too great a challenge? Dive into the vivid illustrations and gripping narrative that bring this iconic sports moment to life.

From the publisher

Pulse-pounding, both as a sports highlight and a tribute to the character and determination of one of the game’s unexcelled greats. – Kirkus Discover the story behind Michael Jordan’s incredible triumph in the 1997 Flu Game in this powerful graphic novel written by Murder Ballads’ Gabe Soria and illustrated by award-winning artist Brittney Williams. Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting new addition to the #1 New York Times Best-Selling Who Was? series! Explore the relentless grit of Michael Jordan, as he powers through a mysterious illness in Game 5 of the 1997 NBA finals against the Utah Jazz, infamously known as The Flu Game. A story of athleticism, willpower, and triumph, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves into the unyielding drive of the one of the greatest basketball players of all time – brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations that jump off the page.

At a glance
Format
Pages
64
Words
3,185
Reading age
9–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
GN860L
Themes & topics
Books about basketballBooks about NBABooks about sportsBooks about Michael Jordan
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~5.5
F&P level
~T
Publication
Published
November 1, 2022
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book · Graphic novel
Identifiers
ISBN
9780593385920

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