Maniac Magee: Book Guide, Author and Facts
Maniac Magee by Jerry Spinelli: plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
Jeffrey Lionel "Maniac" Magee might have lived a normal life if a freak accident hadn't made him an orphan. After living with his unhappy and uptight aunt and uncle for eight years, he decides to run--and not just run away, but run. This is where the myth of Maniac Magee begins, as he changes the lives of a racially divided small town with his amazing and legendary feats.
Quick facts about Maniac Magee
- Title: Maniac Magee
- Author: Jerry Spinelli
- First published: 1990
- Genre: fiction, juvenile works, juvenile fiction
- OpenLibrary ID: OL77104W
Where to read Maniac Magee
Maniac Magee by Jerry Spinelli is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Maniac Magee about?
Jeffrey Lionel "Maniac" Magee might have lived a normal life if a freak accident hadn't made him an orphan.
Who wrote Maniac Magee?
Maniac Magee was written by Jerry Spinelli.
When was Maniac Magee published?
Maniac Magee was first published in 1990.
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