Gladys West The Quiet Genius Behind GPS

Gladys West was a brilliant mathematician whose work helped make modern GPS possible. Although many people use GPS every day in their phones, cars, and maps, far fewer know the name of the woman whose calculations helped shape the system behind it. Her life story is one of persistence, discipline, intelligence, and faith in the power of education

This e-book tells the story of Gladys West in clear and inspiring language. It follows her journey from rural Virginia to a groundbreaking scientific career, showing how determination and study can change a person’s life and influence the world.