Don't Blow Yourself Up

In his memoir, Homer Hickam, renowned for his bestselling book Rocket Boys, shares the captivating journey of his life after his teenage years in West Virginia. From college experiments crafting a game cannon to enduring the harrowing battles of Vietnam and becoming a scuba instructor, Hickam's narrative spans a range of extraordinary experiences—including writing, exploring sunken U-boats, and assisting in the Hubble Space Telescope repairs. With humor and honesty, he reflects on their challenges and triumphs, revealing the personal growth and adventures that shaped his path beyond the spotlight of Coalwood.