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Nonfiction · HopefulThe Black women mathematicians who helped NASA reach space
Hidden Figures
See it on Amazon2016Easy readSteady pace
What it is about
Shetterly tells the story of Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson, Black women who worked as mathematicians at NASA during the Space Race. Her 2016 book restores them to the history.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who enjoy narrative and idea-driven nonfiction, with a hopeful mood and a steady pace. It is an easy read.
Themes: Space · Race · Mathematics
Screen adaptation
Hidden Figures (2016)
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