Middle Chapters: Einstein's Family Life

[Jessica]

What role did Einstein's first wife, Mileva Maric, play in helping with his papers? Does she deserve more credit? What was the nature of their relationship? How do you think he treated her?

How did Einstein treat his sons and his second wife, Elsa? Was he a horrible family man, or is his behavior understandable and even justifiable?

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