The Space Race: The Hidden Contributors
This past September, a book was published that highlighted the contributions of three African American women in the NASA Space Program during the height of the space race. These human computers used pencils, slide rulers and paper (this is before our phones had apps to do math for us) to figure out how to put John Glenn and Neil Armstrong into space. In January, a movie is being released based on the book, so snap up the book now to see what you expect from Hollywood. In a time when women were regulated to be secretaries or nurses, these women broke the barrier, but did so from the background, as women were starting to demand change. This book and upcoming movie laud these women with the accolades they deserve. Here are some books to inspire our future world leaders who hopefully won't have to work in the background.
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Read about the human computers at NASA who helped put men in space while Jim Crow laws were in full effect in the southern United States and the Civil Rights movement was in full swing.
If you are more of an entrepreneur and are seeking advice on how to turn your little side hobby into a business, this book will highlight goals to keep in mind. It was full of inspirational advice from women who have been there and done that.
The Comeback: Seven Stories of Women Who Went from Career to Family and Back Again
If you have previously worked professionally, but have since started a family, this book will show you how seven women returned to the workforce after having children and how you can create the balance.
This memoir chronicles the struggles of women trying to balance academia and home life and the importance of equal economic benefits for both sexes. The author became interested in this field when her own mother was frustrated at only being allowed to be a secretary.
No Higher Honor: A Memoir of My Years in Washington
As the former Secretary of the State Condoleezza Rice held one of the toughest jobs in Washington DC. This academic navigated the halls of power and was an inspiration to all girls, showing that women could hold important positions in politics.
In Their Shoes: Extraordinary Women Describe Their Amazing Careers
This book is a great introductions to a number of different careers as described by successful women in their respective industries. This is an excellent book for people seeking inspiration on their future paths or who wish to change their paths.
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