Review:
Hidden Figures: The American Dream And The Untold Story Of The Black Women Mathematicians Who Helped Win The Space Race
overall review score: 4.5
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Hidden Figures: The American Dream and the Untold Story of the Black Women Mathematicians Who Helped Win the Space Race is a book by Margot Lee Shetterly that tells the inspiring true story of African-American female mathematicians who played a crucial role in the early days of NASA.
Key Features
- Historical account of black women mathematicians at NASA
- Celebrates diversity and inclusion in STEM fields
- Brings to light untold stories of unsung heroes
Pros
- Educational and informative
- Inspiring and empowering narrative
- Sheds light on often overlooked contributions to history
Cons
- Some readers may find it repetitive or slow-paced