The Coalwood Way

In The Coalwood Way, Homer Hickam returns to his childhood hometown of Coalwood, West Virginia, to share an inspiring memoir about growing up in a town facing decline. Set in 1959, the story follows Hickam and his friends, known as the Rocket Boys, as they conduct inventive rocket experiments that captivate their community amid uncertain economic prospects. With heartfelt narration, the book explores themes of ambition, friendship, and hope in the face of an uncertain future.