Hidden Women

With the release of Hidden Figures in 2016 many have realized the importance that mathematicians, or "human computers" as they were otherwise known, were in the Space Race in the 1950's and 1960's.  There were exceptional women who worked behind the scenes.  They were the Hidden Women.

Hidden Women is the incredible story of four women African-American mathematicians who were momentous in the NASA program and the space race.  They worked behind the scenes, fought to overcome sexism as well as racial strife, and overcame it all, becoming instrumental in the NASA program.

As I read this book I was awe-struck by the strength that each woman incapsulated.  To go through what they went through and do what they did is so inspiring!  They helped put a man on the moon as well as broke barriers not only for their race but also their gender.  After reading this book I wonder how different the journey to the moon would've been without these incredible women.

Hidden Women is well written, fast paced, and incredibly informative.  It is geared towards an 8-12 year old audience but I believe older audiences would also enjoy it.  Highly recommend!

*I received a complimentary copy of this book from Capstone and NetGalley in exchange for an honest, unbiased review.  All opinions are my own.