Magic: A Biography of Earvin Johnson by James Haskins - 1981-12

Enslow Publishers, 1982. Library. Good. Enslow Publishers, 1982. Good. , Library, Glossy purple cover with photo of Johnson on front. 159 pages. Ex-library. Text clean. B&w photo illustrations. Out-of-print and antiquarian booksellers since 1933. We pack and ship with care.

Hillside, NJ, U.S.A.: Enslow Publishers, Incorporated, 1982. Book. Very Good. Hardcover. First Edition. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. 159 pages. "Our Magical Man," "our Houdini," "the man of the hour," "Cousy, Maravich and Meadowlark Lemon rolled into one fancy player." These are only a few of the phrases used to describe the basketball skills of Earvin Johnon, six-foot eight-inch guard for the Los Angeles Lakers. Passing - not points scored but points produced - was the key to Johnson's being named Michigan State's most valuable player while still a freshman, to his leading the Spartans to the NCAA championship as a sophomore, and to his being the number 1 pick in the 1979 collecge draft. A genuine love of the game, a winning smile, and a deep concern for his teammates combine with his passing skill to win Johnson a top position not only in the Los Angeles Laker lineup but in the world of basketball in general. Describes the… Read More