MICHAEL JORDAN The Life

Michael Jordan’s drive, demons, and pure talent are well documented in this audiobook. The author aptly describes Jordan’s personal and professional lives and analyzes to perfection the very real dichotomy between the affable persona he displayed off the court and the tornado that appeared at practices and games. Narrator Bob Souer uses a staccato rhythm reminiscent of a sports announcer calling a basketball game to great effect. His command of the material propels the listener and captures the essence of this single-minded icon. Even if listeners know only the basics of the game, hearing the coalescence of the psychology and politics that surges onto the court with the players for every game makes this as exciting as any thriller. E.E.S. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2014, Portland, Maine [Published: MAY 2014]