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The Other Einstein
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Ideal for readers interested in historical fiction, women's struggles in science, and the untold stories behind famous figures. Fans of character-driven dramas with a focus on gender and intellectual ambition will appreciate this novel.
In 1896, the extraordinarily gifted Mileva is the only woman studying physics at an elite school in Zurich. There, she falls for charismatic fellow student Albert Einstein, who promises to treat her as an equal in both love and science. But as Albert's fame grows, so too does Mileva's worry that her light will be lost in her husband's shadow.
Now in paperback! The mesmerising novel about Einstein's extraordinary first wife.
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In 1896, the extraordinarily gifted Mileva is the only woman studying physics at an elite school in Zurich. There, she falls for charismatic fellow student Albert Einstein, who promises to treat her as an equal in both love and science. But as Albert's fame grows, so too does Mileva's worry that her light will be lost in her husband's shadow forever.
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The Other Einstein sheds light on this remarkable story, offering a gripping insight into the life and struggles of Mileva. It challenges us to consider the sacrifices made by women in the shadows of their partners and highlights the brilliant contributions often overlooked by history.
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ISBN: 9781492647584
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 29 August 2017
Country: United States
Imprint: Sourcebooks Landmark
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 23.0mm
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 210.0mm
Weight: 343g
Pages: 336
About the Author
MARIE BENEDICT is a lawyer with more than ten years' experience as a litigator at two of the country's premier law firms and for Fortune 500 companies. She is a magna cum laude graduate of Boston College with a focus in history and art history and a cum laude graduate of the Boston University School of Law. She lives in Pittsburgh with her family.
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