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Discover the untold story of six extraordinary women who transformed the world of computing in the riveting book 'Proving Ground.' As pioneers in a male-dominated field during the Cold War era, these brilliant mathematicians laid the foundations for modern programming. From a patriotic Quaker and a Jewish intellectual to a Yugoslav genius and a farmer's daughter, each played a pivotal role in developing the first supercomputer, long before programming languages even existed. This insightful narrative from Kathy Kleiman carefully resurrects their legacy, highlighting their relentless spirit and camaraderie in the face of adversity. Perfect for those interested in women in tech, computer history, and the fight against gender inequality, 'Proving Ground' is a must-read that celebrates the contributions of women in technology and their fight for recognition. Featuring compelling firsthand accounts, this book will leave you inspired and informed about the crucial role these pioneers played in the tech world. With a touch of humor and a serious exploration of historical erasure, this narrative resonates with contemporary discussions on gender equity in STEM fields. Free shipping is included for this item. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781787388918. Publisher: Hurst Publishers.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781787388918
Publisher: Hurst Publishers
Description:
A fascinating, forgotten story of the six brilliant women who launched modern computing.
As the Cold War began, America’s race for tech supremacy was taking off. Experts rushed to complete the top-secret computing research started during World War II, among them six gifted mathematicians: a patriotic Quaker, a Jewish bookworm, a Yugoslav genius, a native Gaelic speaker, a sophomore from the Bronx, and a farmer’s daughter from Missouri. Their mission? Programming the world’s first and only supercomputer—before any code or programming languages existed.
These pioneers triumphed against sexist attitudes and huge technical challenges to invent computer programming, yet their monumental contribution has never been recognised—until now. Over a decade, Kathy Kleiman met with four of the original six ENIAC Programmers and recorded their stories. Here, with a light touch and a serious mind, she exposes the deliberate erasure of their achievements and restores the women to their rightful place as revolutionaries, bringing to life their camaraderie, their determination, and their rapidly changing world.
As big tech struggles with gender inequality and momentum builds in restoring women to history, the time has come for this engrossing story to be uncovered and celebrated.
â€Kleiman has a novelist’s gift for crafting a page-turning narrative, and the one on offer is both revelatory and inspiring. Fans of Dava Sobel’s The Glass Universe and Margot Lee Shetterly’s Hidden Figures are in for a treat.’ — Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781787388918
Publisher: Hurst Publishers
Description:
A fascinating, forgotten story of the six brilliant women who launched modern computing.
As the Cold War began, America’s race for tech supremacy was taking off. Experts rushed to complete the top-secret computing research started during World War II, among them six gifted mathematicians: a patriotic Quaker, a Jewish bookworm, a Yugoslav genius, a native Gaelic speaker, a sophomore from the Bronx, and a farmer’s daughter from Missouri. Their mission? Programming the world’s first and only supercomputer—before any code or programming languages existed.
These pioneers triumphed against sexist attitudes and huge technical challenges to invent computer programming, yet their monumental contribution has never been recognised—until now. Over a decade, Kathy Kleiman met with four of the original six ENIAC Programmers and recorded their stories. Here, with a light touch and a serious mind, she exposes the deliberate erasure of their achievements and restores the women to their rightful place as revolutionaries, bringing to life their camaraderie, their determination, and their rapidly changing world.
As big tech struggles with gender inequality and momentum builds in restoring women to history, the time has come for this engrossing story to be uncovered and celebrated.
â€Kleiman has a novelist’s gift for crafting a page-turning narrative, and the one on offer is both revelatory and inspiring. Fans of Dava Sobel’s The Glass Universe and Margot Lee Shetterly’s Hidden Figures are in for a treat.’ — Publishers Weekly (starred review)