Rocket Boys

In the coal-dusted hills of Coalwood, West Virginia, a young Homer Hickam gazed skyward and dared to dream. It was 1957, and the Soviet Union had just launched Sputnik, igniting a spark of curiosity that would change Homer's life forever. "Rocket Boys" is a captivating memoir that chronicles Homer's journey from a small mining town to the stars. Against the backdrop of a community steeped in coal mining tradition, Homer and his friends embark on a thrilling quest to build and launch their own rockets. Their determination, ingenuity, and passion for science not only transforms their lives but also inspires an entire town. This remarkable true story of perseverance, friendship, and the power of dreams reminds us that with vision and hard work, even the most unlikely aspirations can take flight.

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