About This Book
The Magic Earvin Johnson is a chapter book biography that introduces young readers to the life and career of basketball icon Earvin 'Magic' Johnson. It covers his early life, his rise to fame in the NBA, and his pivotal role in the Los Angeles Lakers' 'Showtime' era. Crucially, the book also addresses his diagnosis with the AIDS virus, his retirement from basketball, and his subsequent work as an advocate for HIV/AIDS awareness. Published in 1992, it reflects the understanding and public conversation around AIDS at that time. This book is suitable for children aged 4-11, with younger readers benefiting from guided discussion, especially around the health topics.
