128 pages :illustrations (some colour), colour maps ;20 cm.
Includes index.
Counting on Katherine -- Asking questions -- Separate and unequal -- Breaking barriers -- A new journey -- Woman at work -- Pushing for change -- The space race -- Apollo 11 -- "One giant leap" -- An incredible career -- Awards and acclaim.
Examines the life of mathematician Katherine Johnson, from her early education and career before working for NASA to her integral role in the space program.
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