Einstein's Wife

Based on extensive historical research, this book examines the life of Mileva Einstein-Maric, Albert Einstein's first wife, challenging myths about her role as a secret collaborator or mathematical genius behind Einstein's 1905 papers.

The authors analyze school records, letters, and other evidence to present a nuanced portrait of Mileva as a determined woman who faced significant obstacles in a male-dominated scientific world.

Ruth Lewin Sime's chapter adds important context about the challenges women faced in science during that era.

The book dispels unsupported claims and highlights Mileva's emotional and intellectual support to Einstein, while also portraying the difficulties in their personal and professional relationship.