The Calculating Stars

In the novel "The Lady Astronaut," the consequences are explored of a meteorite crash that destroyed part of the U.S. East Coast. As a result of an ecological catastrophe, the planet becomes unfit for life, and the space program becomes the only hope for survival. Elma York, an experienced pilot and mathematician from the Women’s Pilot Service of the U.S. Air Force, strives to become the first female astronaut and participates in the project to land a human on the Moon as a calculator. She faces obstacles and societal stereotypes, but her determination and drive give no chance—even to the most entrenched prejudices.