| Interest Level | Reading Level | Reading A-Z | ATOS | Word Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grades 3 - 6 | Grades 3 - 5 | Q | n/a | n/a |
Learn about the real man behind the legend.
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Published on April 12, 2013 by Grosset & Dunlap Inc.,U.S.
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