Who Was the Greatest?
Who Was the Greatest?
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Who Was the Greatest?

Written by Gabe Soria and Who HQ & illustrated by Chris Brunner and Rico Renzi
Part of the Who Was . . . ? Graphic Novel Book Series
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$12.48
9 - 12
Reading age
64
Page count
41
Words per page
GN1090L
Lexile measure
Apr 12, 2022
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Discover the story behind Muhammad Ali and the boxing match that captivated the world, the Thrilla In Manila, in this powerful graphic novel – written by Murder Ballads’ Gabe Soria and illustrated by award-winning artists Chris Brunner and Rico Renzi. Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting new addition to the #1 New York Times Best-Selling Who Was? series! Explore the journey Muhmmad Ali took to win his final match against fellow heavyweight boxing champion Joe Frazier, known as the Thrilla in Manila. A story of athleticism, heart, and determination, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves into the explosive power of the boxing champion and civil rights activist– brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations that jump off the page.

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Topics

sports and recreationMuhammad AliboxingJoe Fraziersports historybiographical comics

Categories

comics and graphic novels

Genres

nonfictionhistorical nonfiction(auto)biography

Race, Ethnicities, & Nationalities

African Americans

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9780593224632
    Publication Date
    April 12, 2022
    Publisher
    Penguin Workshop
    Original Publication Date
    May 31, 2022
    Page Count
    64
    Words Per Page
    41
    Audience
    Juvenile Reader
    Reading Age
    9 - 12 years
    Lexile® Level
    GN1090L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~Z
    Est. ATOS® Book Level
    ~7.6

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