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October sky
Title:
October sky
Author:
Johnston, Joe, 1950-
Edition:
Special edition.
Publication Information:
Universal City, CA : Universal, [2005]
Physical Description:
1 videodisc (108 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Summary:
The true story of Homer Hickam Jr., a high school student in rural West Virginia, who seemed destined to repeat his father's harsh life in the coal mines, until he turned his attention to the skies.
General Note:
Originally released as a motion picture in 1998.

Based on the book "Rocket Boys" by Homer H. Hickam, Jr.

"Based on an extraordinary true story."

Special features: Aiming high: The story of the Rocket Boys, hear the story of the real "Rocket Boys" as they supported Homer Hickam in his journey from a coal mining town to NASA; feature commentary with Homer Hickam; spotlight on location; production notes; theatrical trailer.
Language:
English
Reading Level:
MPAA rating: PG; language, brief teen sensuality and alcohol use, and for some thematic elements.
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ISBN:
9781417013951
UPC:
025192554421
Format :
DVD