He's a boy. His real name is Jeffrey. They call him Maniac Magee because he's a legend. He's an orphan; his parents died in a train crash because the motorman was drunk. So, now he lives with his Aunt Dot and Uncle Dan. He was poor and he had ripped up clothes.
Maniac Magee napped for two hours in the book "Maniac Magee."
"The Legendary Maniac Magee"
In the book "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli, Maniac Magee's brother was Jeffrey Magee, known as Maniac. He didn't have a brother. Instead, he lived with his parents and, after their deaths, he became an orphan.
Jerry Spinelli is the author of the novel "Maniac Magee".
Maniac Magee's favorite color was gray.
Amanda Beale bought Maniac Magee new sneakers in the book "Maniac Magee." She was impressed by his running abilities and wanted to support him in his running endeavors.
Maniac Magee leaves the Beale's house in Chapter 6 of the book "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli.
Maniac Magee's parents died in a car accident.
Maniac Magee lives in a band shell with Grayson.
Jerry Spinelli is the author of the novel "Maniac Magee".
Maniac Magee's full name is Jeffrey Lionel Magee.
"Maniac Magee" was published by Little, Brown and Company in 1990.