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Summary and Analysis of Hidden Figures: The American Dream and the Untold Story of the Black Women Mathematicians Who Helped Win the Space Race: Based on the Book by Margot Lee Shetterly (Smart Summaries)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781504046657
- author:
- Books, Worth
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Open Road Media
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 66
- Dimensions:
- 20.3 x 13.3 x 0.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Women, Nonfiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Hidden Figures: A True Story of Triumph and Innovation. Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson, and Christine Darden were four African American women who overcame significant obstacles to make groundbreaking contributions to the US space programme during World War II and the Cold War. With pencils, paper, and slide rules, they transformed airplane, rocket, and satellite designs, playing a crucial role in ensuring a World War II victory. Their work also laid the foundation for NASA's greatest successes, including the first manned moon landing. This book provides historical context, important quotes, fascinating trivia, and other features to complement your reading experience. By exploring the untold story of these remarkable women, you'll gain a deeper understanding of their contributions to science and the impact they had on history.
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