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Utthan, Amazing true story – a New York Times Bestseller!
This version of Margot Lee Shetartley’s acclaimed book is perfect for young readers. It is a powerful story of four African-American women mathematicians in NASA, who helped achieve some greatest moments in our space program.
Before John Glenn revolves around the Earth, or a group of dedicated female mathematicians known as the “Human Computer”, which uses pencils, slide rules, and connect machines to connect machines that will launch rockets, and astronauts to space.
The book brings the stories of Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, Catherine Johnson and Christine Dardon to life, which lived through agitation for the era of civil rights, space races, cold war and gender equality, and whose work changed NASA and the country forever.
Publisher: Harper Colins; Illustrated version (29 November 2016)
language English
Paperback: 240 pages
ISBN -10: 0062662376
ISBN -13: 978-00626662378
Age of reading: 9 – 12 years, from customers
Lexel Measure: 1120L
Grade Level: 3 – 7
Items Weight: 2.31 pounds
Dimensions: 5.12 x 0.67 x 7.62 inch
Customers say
Customers find this book to be a great read that surpasses the movie adaptation, with an excellent historical account that serves as an inspiration for young readers. Moreover, the book is well-researched and informative, featuring real pictures that enhance the reading experience. Additionally, customers appreciate the portrayal of female empowerment, highlighting the incredible women featured in the story.
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