Esther Salaman

Esther Salaman was a Russian-British physicist, literary critic, and writer, born in 1900 to a Jewish family. Her early life and education took her to the University of Berlin, where she had the opportunity to study under the guidance of renowned physicist Albert Einstein. This period would later become a significant part of her literary work, as she developed a close friendship with Einstein that would influence her writing.

As a writer, Esther Salaman is notably recognized for her memoir about Albert Einstein, which reflects on their time together at the University of Berlin. Through her work, Salaman provides a unique perspective on Einstein, both as a teacher and a friend. With a career spanning multiple fields, including physics and literary criticism, Salaman's diverse expertise is evident in her writing. She passed away in 1995, leaving behind a legacy that combines her scientific background with her literary talents, particularly in her personal and insightful account of one of the 20th century's most iconic figures.