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Rocket Boys

by Homer Hickam

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First published
1998
Pages
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This book chronicles his upbringing in Coalwood, West Virginia. As the son of a coal mine superintendent, young Homer (nicknamed Sonny) finds inspiration in the launch of Sputnik in 1957. This pivotal moment sparks his passion for rocketry, leading him and his friends on an extraordinary journey. Encouraged by their chemistry teacher, they embark on building their rockets, defying the limitations of their small town, and dreaming of reaching the stars.

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Homer Hickam

Homer Hadley Hickam Jr. is an American author, Vietnam War veteran, and a former NASA engineer who trained the first Japanese astronauts. His 1998 memoir Rocket Boys was a New York Times Best Seller and was the basis for the 1999 film October Sky.

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Book facts

First published
1998
Reading time
About 10 hours
Pages
384
Language
English
Genre
Memoir
Formats
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