Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly

Hidden Figures: The American Dream and the Untold Story of the Black Women Mathematicians Who Helped Win the Space Race by Margot Lee Shetterly

Discover the phenomenal true story that became a #1 New York Times bestseller: Margot Lee Shetterly’s Hidden Figures. This powerful and inspiring narrative unveils the previously untold account of Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson, and Christine Darden—brilliant African American women who were the mathematical backbone of NASA during the height of the space race. Set against the deeply segregated South and the burgeoning civil rights movement, their calculations were instrumental to America's greatest achievements in aeronautics and space exploration. Hidden Figures illuminates not only their extraordinary intellect and resilience in overcoming profound racial and gender barriers but also their indispensable and long-overlooked contributions to one of the most pivotal moments in American history. This is a celebration of genius, perseverance, and the fight for equality.

Why You’ll Love This Book

You'll be inspired by the incredible true story of four brilliant African American women who defied expectations and broke barriers at NASA during the space race. This #1 New York Times bestseller uncovers a vital, hidden piece of American history, celebrating their crucial contributions to science and civil rights. Their remarkable journey of intellect, perseverance, and courage in the face of discrimination is a powerful and uplifting testament to the human spirit.