Rocket Boys: The Coalwood Way - A Story of Hope, Determination, and the Power of Imagination

Rocket Boys: The Coalwood Way is a powerful and inspiring story about a group of young boys who dared to dream big. Set in the small town of Coalwood, West Virginia, during the 1950s, the book follows the boys as they build a rocket that will take them to the national science fair. Along the way, they face challenges and setbacks, but they never give up on their dreams.

Rocket Boys (The Coalwood Series #1)

by Homer Hickam

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3112 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	394 pages

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Rocket Boys is a story about the power of imagination, the importance of perseverance, and the indomitable spirit of the human heart. It is a book that will inspire readers of all ages to reach for their dreams, no matter how big or small they may seem.

The book was written by Homer Hickam, one of the boys who helped to build the rocket. Hickam went on to become a NASA engineer and helped to design the Saturn V rocket that took the first humans to the moon. He is now a successful author and speaker.

Rocket Boys: The Coalwood Way has been made into a movie and a television series. The book has also been translated into more than 20 languages.

About the Author

Homer Hickam was born in Coalwood, West Virginia, in 1943. He grew up in a coal mining family and was fascinated by science and engineering from a young age. In 1957, he and a group of friends built a rocket that won first place at the national science fair. Hickam went on to become a NASA engineer and helped to design the Saturn V rocket that took the first humans to the moon.

After leaving NASA, Hickam became a successful author and speaker. He has written several books, including Rocket Boys: The Coalwood Way, which was made into a movie and a television series. Hickam has also spoken to audiences around the world about the importance of science, engineering, and education.

Reviews

"Rocket Boys is a powerful and inspiring story about the power of imagination, the importance of perseverance, and the indomitable spirit of the human heart. It is a book that will inspire readers of all ages to reach for their dreams, no matter how big or small they may seem."

- The New York Times

"Rocket Boys is a heartwarming and uplifting story about a group of young boys who dared to dream big. It is a book that will stay with you long after you finish reading it."

- The Washington Post

"Rocket Boys is a must-read for anyone who has ever dreamed of achieving something great. It is a story that will inspire you to never give up on your dreams, no matter what challenges you may face."

- The Wall Street Journal

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