Rise of the Rocket Girls
The Women Who Propelled Us, from Missiles to the Moon to Mars
by:
Nathalia Holt
in:
U.S. History
Summary:
The book chronicles the stories of the female mathematicians known as "human computers" who played a crucial role in the early days of the American space program at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory. It highlights their contributions to rocket design, satellite launches, and planetary exploration, while also exploring the challenges they faced in a male-dominated field.
Key points:
1. Women's Role in Space: The book emphasizes the crucial role of "human computers," a group of women at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), in launching the first American satellite, lunar missions, and Mars exploration.
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