Used. Paperback. Before humankind ever took a giant leap, a brilliant cadre of Black female mathematicians was already calculating the trajectory, proving that genius knows no demographic bounds. Margot Lee Shetterly’s stellar historical account chronicles the brilliant minds behind America's space race who quietly crunched the cosmic numbers when computers still wore skirts and heels. It’s an eye-opening look at systemic barriers dismantled by sheer celestial smarts and unstoppable moxie. Grab a copy and prepare to launch your perspective into orbit.