Michael Jordan is the rare global icon whose celebrity extends beyond his original stage and onto multiple platforms.
His relentless determinatio... read full description
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May 06, 2010
Mr. Z
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"Our culture needs to see examples. You can hear about how somebody played, or read about the best way to achieve success, but people need to see examples. Until they see, they won't do."
MJ was one of the greatest basketball players to play the game, and his trademark Air Jordans have made him one of the richest athletes to play any sport. From reading this book, you get the impression that none of his success has to do with lucky breaks. He sets goals that get bigger and b More...
MJ was one of the greatest basketball players to play the game, and his trademark Air Jordans have made him one of the richest athletes to play any sport. From reading this book, you get the impression that none of his success has to do with lucky breaks. He sets goals that get bigger and b More...
Sep 23, 2009
Douglas
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I was curious to learn about what drove Michael Jordan internally to accomplish everything in his career.
The book is very straightforward and chronological. I really liked how they weaved commentary from Michael Jordan, Tinker Hatfield (The designer of the Jordan Shoes) and other people into the book.
Tinker Hatfield did a great job explaining much of what went into each Jordan shoe ranging from events happening in Jordan's life, to changing the material to increase t More...
The book is very straightforward and chronological. I really liked how they weaved commentary from Michael Jordan, Tinker Hatfield (The designer of the Jordan Shoes) and other people into the book.
Tinker Hatfield did a great job explaining much of what went into each Jordan shoe ranging from events happening in Jordan's life, to changing the material to increase t More...
Jan 07, 2010
Ramiro
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i thought the way this book was put together was exceptional. every page had artwork on it, a few pages were nothing but art, multiple fold outs, differnt fonts throughout, and perspectives from a multitude of people that were (and still are) very close to MJ.
i've never been a fan of MJ (i know hard to believe). i've always been a die hard Laker fan, and could never find myself a fan of anyone (MJ included) that beat the lakers. after reading this book, i do have a new found respect More...
i've never been a fan of MJ (i know hard to believe). i've always been a die hard Laker fan, and could never find myself a fan of anyone (MJ included) that beat the lakers. after reading this book, i do have a new found respect More...
Dec 12, 2011
Judah
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After reading this book 4 times, I can safely say that it is my favorite book of all time. Michael Jordan is the greatest to ever play the game, and his story is great. He put in so much work, had amazing confidence, and is an inspiration to all who enjoy basketball. I loved that it not only talked about the come-up of Michael as a player, but also Michael as a brand. The Jordan Brand is huge and his shoes have become iconic. The book gave an inside look at each of the signature shoes along with
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Dec 21, 2008
Jayson
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Driven From Within
By Michael Jordan
205 pages New York, NY
Ataria Books.
ISBN-10: 0-7432-8400-3
Flying through the air as he dunks the ball. Michael Jordan the basketball player who transcended the sport, his story is told through this novel. This was a good book because the person who went through all these things writes the book and it gives you a very different perspective. Have you ever wanted to interview someone who is very famous and someone you look up t More...
By Michael Jordan
205 pages New York, NY
Ataria Books.
ISBN-10: 0-7432-8400-3
Flying through the air as he dunks the ball. Michael Jordan the basketball player who transcended the sport, his story is told through this novel. This was a good book because the person who went through all these things writes the book and it gives you a very different perspective. Have you ever wanted to interview someone who is very famous and someone you look up t More...
May 11, 2009
Jonathan
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Being a big NBA fan, reading this book about Michael Jordan's philosophies and values was a must. I wanted to read something related to sports and came across this book about Jordan. I already know that Michael Jordan is considered to be among the best players of all time. What I did not know was how Jordan came to be, what motivated him, where his values were, etc. This book was short but made of numerous quotes by Jordan himeself.
I would recommend this book to anyone who i More...
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Feb 27, 2011
Ice
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Aug 20, 2011
Bill
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I was expecting not to like this book much, and the first few pages confirmed it -- Jordan has a thinly veiled confident arrogance that made him the G.O.A.T. as a player, but makes him insufferable to read! He's a fascinating subject for good writers, but he hasn't much of a telent for autobiography. But the concept of the book turned out to be interesting (parallel accounts of Jordan's life/career and the design of each of the Jordan shoes), and the input from all his associates was a good feat
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Apr 24, 2009
Ernest
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This book explains on how Michael Jordan is the greatest basketball player ever. It starts with him creating his first shoe to winning championships to retiring to go play baseball and then coming back to the NBA to win another championship. What really inspires about him is that he was so great and famous but yet humble. I love collecting his sneakers because it shows Jordan's creative side on making the shoes. They can be really expensive but their definitely worth the cost.
Jun 08, 2008
Yung
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There is no one in sports that I love more than MJ, being a Bulls fan. I still love Michael, but this book was a supreme disappointment. it is an all too detailed history of the design and sales success of his shoes and newer clothing line, and also includes Michael's passages about being determined and "driven". If you really want to learn about MJ, I would suggest Playing for Keeps by David Halberstam or The Golden Boys by Cameron Stauth, which profiles the members of the 1992 Olympi
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Jan 19, 2011
Kbennett2
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If you want to learn how to bounce back from your mistakes and learn how to never gove up on your dreams and you love the game of baskteball well then this is the book for you.
Dec 12, 2008
Jeff
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It was an easy read that I enjoyed simply because it was Michael Jordan. It wasn't terribly in depth but it gave a little behind the scenes with the work he did as a basketball player and a businessman with Nike.
Aug 15, 2010
Eli
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I learned very little about his life from this book but it did have a lot of interesting photos showing the way he lives and the style of his play
Dec 05, 2009
Brooklyn
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Reviewed by John- Baptiste, 16 yrs
Liked how Jordan explained the passion and ideas behind the creation of each sneaker.
Liked how Jordan explained the passion and ideas behind the creation of each sneaker.
Nov 29, 2009
Derek
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Jordan proves that talent had little to do with his rise to success. He was clearly the hardest working guy in the NBA.
Sep 01, 2010
Khalid
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Truly an amazing book and one of my favorites and i would reccomend to anyone who asks.
Jun 20, 2008
David
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This is an amazingly well laid out book in terms of graphic design. The story of MJ would be fascinating to anyone. So even non-basketball fans or even non-sports fans can read this. It is the normal triumph over adversity book.
This is a great book to read at those points in your life when you think that it can't get any worse. You will be left with a feeling of "If he can do it so can I". The book brings back MJ to the mortal realm just enough that you feel you can do More...
This is a great book to read at those points in your life when you think that it can't get any worse. You will be left with a feeling of "If he can do it so can I". The book brings back MJ to the mortal realm just enough that you feel you can do More...
Aug 05, 2011
David
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Jul 23, 2008
Andrew
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WOW!!! This is a eye opener in being forced to compare yourself to one of the most driven and focused persons ever. Sure he as a awesome athelet but it's what made him become and stay the greatest not just in sports but EVERYTHING that blows you away when reading this. I took a long look at myelf after reading this because the message just went that deep. Actions are powerful and important in raching your goals, so always act accordingly.
Mar 23, 2009
C.
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I really liked this book. it is really motivational. This book talks about all the struggles he had and all the negative things in life that would help him to become the greatest to play.
Jun 21, 2008
Deante
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Michael Jordan is an icon in every sense of the word. This book explains how his mentality to be "aspirational" and "uncompromised" has transitioned him from underachieving ninth grader to the greatest player in the history of basketball. Jordan's story is magnified even more when one considers that he applies the same tireless work ethic and commitment to his every endeavor. Above all, this exemplifies the very essence of Jordan.
Nov 18, 2008
Jackie
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this book was very interesting to me at first sight because muchael Jordan is my idol. it is about Michael Jordan's entnire life before, during and after basketball. it taught me alot such as where hard work and determination can get you. Michael Jordan woke up every morning at 5 to workout and practice. he started playing basketball with his brother and never stopped playing ball.
Aug 12, 2008
Brandon
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I really like this book despite the fact I didn't care so much for MJ while still playing, since he took out my boys from the Finals twice! But, this a great motivational book on accomplishing your goals, while also giving a history of MJ's business career. I really liked it; couldn't put it down.
