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Rocket boys

Rocket boys

Biography & MemoirHistory
Pages
376
Published
1998
Language
English

Synopsis

Discover the true story of Homer Hickam, a young man from a West Virginia mining town who dared to dream of space. This memoir chronicles his journey from a challenging upbringing to launching rockets, inspired by a mother's love and overcoming a father's fears. It's a powerful tale of triumph, growing up, and making the impossible happen against all odds.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

InspiringHopefulNostalgicEmotional
Coming of AgeMentor FigureFamily Saga

Genres

Biography & Memoir History Biography

About the author

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Homer H. Hickam

Homer Hadley Hickam, Jr. is an American author, Vietnam veteran, and a former NASA engineer. His autobiographical novel October Sky: A Memoir, was a No. 1 New York Times Best Seller, is studied in many American and international school systems, and was the basis for the 1999 film October Sky. Hickam has also written a number of best-selling memoirs and novels including the "Josh Thurlow" historical fiction novels. His books have been translated into several languages. - Wikipedia