Maniac was afraid to lose his name in the book "Maniac Magee" because it was the only part of his identity that remained constant. Losing his name would mean losing the only connection to his past and his sense of self in a world that was constantly changing around him.
In "Maniac Magee," Lester and Hester tore up the baseball field to keep Maniac from playing baseball. They were afraid that Maniac's talent would show them up, so they destroyed the field to prevent him from playing.
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.
Jerry Spinelli is the author of the novel "Maniac Magee".
Maniac Magee lives in a band shell with Grayson.
Maniac Magee's parents died in a car accident.