Johnson, Katherine
My Remarkable Journey: A Memoir
- ISBN 13:
- 9780062897671
- author:
- Johnson, Katherine
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Amistad Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 13.5 x 1.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Personal Memoirs, Nonfiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Katherine Johnson's remarkable life story is one of determination and perseverance. From her childhood in the Allegheny Mountains to her groundbreaking work at NASA, this memoir reveals the personal journey of a woman who broke barriers and inspired generations.
With candour and humility, Katherine shares her experiences as a mathematician on NASA's first flights into space, including her role in helping land the first man on the moon. Her story is also one of racial history, highlighting the influential role educators played in nurturing the dreams of trailblazers like herself.
This memoir captures the many facets of Katherine's life, from her early years as a curious and ambitious young woman to her later years as a respected elder and mentor. A testament to her legacy, this book is a powerful tribute to the power of education, hard work, and asking questions that can break barriers.
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