Rise of the Rocket Girls. Book Summary

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Nathalia Holt

What’s inside

This book tells the story of a group of women known as ‘human computers’ who worked at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in California.

You’ll Learn

  • Understand the history of space exploration
  • Acknowledge women’s contributions in science
  • Inspired by their passion and commitment
  • Realize the evolution of technology

Key Points

  • Breaking gender barriers in the scientific field
  • The contribution of women to space exploration
  • The work of ‘human computers’ at JPL
  • The transformation from missiles to moon landing
  • Impact on future space exploration

Who’s it For

  • History enthusiasts
  • Science lovers
  • Feminists
  • Space exploration enthusiasts

About the author

Nathalia Holt is an award-winning science writer and the New York Times bestselling author of Rise of the Rocket Girls.