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Ep. #52 -- Interview with Marie Benedict, author of The Other Einstein
Sep 26, 2016
Lawyer turned author Marie Benedict discusses her latest historical fiction novel, The Other Einstein, which explores the untold story of Mileva Marić's role in Albert Einstein's theories. They talk about gender equality in the scientific community, the discovery of Malayva's statue, an upcoming book project, the use of music as inspiration, and personal preferences.
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- Marie Benedict uncovers forgotten voices of historical women and explores gender inequality in science.
- Marie Benedict's novel 'Carnegie's Maid' explores Andrew Carnegie's transformation from businessman to philanthropist.
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The Other Einstein: Diving Into a Historical Novel
Marie Benedict, author of several historical novels including 'The Other Einstein', discusses her career transition from commercial litigator to writer. She explains how her fascination with untold stories from the past led her to uncover the forgotten voices of historical women. She gives an overview of 'The Other Einstein', a story about Mileva Marić, the first wife of Albert Einstein, and her own academic achievements and struggles in a male-dominated field. The novel explores Mileva's role in Einstein's early theories and the sacrifices she made for their relationship. Benedict also highlights the issue of gender inequality in the scientific community, which still persists today.
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