Hidden Figures Shetterly

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The novel Hidden Figures, written by Margot Lee Shetterly, was an inspiring novel on how young black women were able to achieve their dreams and fulfill their compassions. There is a strong central idea displayed throughout the story in the different events that occur. The central idea I identified while reading was how women were able to illustrate the determination and perseverance needed to overcome racist and misogynistic beliefs against women, to accomplish their desired dreams. I think the author wisely chose the writing strategy that would best develop the central idea. The writing strategies I think the author used in this novel were rhetorical appeal, setting & conflict. Rhetorical Appeals are ways of presenting an argument that make
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