Biography

Season 20 Episode 3: Albert Einstein

As one of the most important minds of all time, his name has become a universal synonym for genius. Born in Ulm, Germany, in 1879, Albert Einstein is perhaps best known for his ground-breaking theory of relativity, which helped earn him the coveted Nobel Prize in Physics in 1921. However, as phenomenal as his professional success was, Einstein's personal life suffered greatly because of his monomaniacal devotion to his work. In this enlightening program, learn more about the man behind the theories: from his early years as a passionate young physicist to the acquisition of celebrity status in his adopted country of America. Discover how Einstein became the subject of a federal investigation and why he is considered one of the fathers of the atomic bomb. Join Biography for a journey into the life of the first superstar of modern science, Albert Einstein.

Genre:

Documentary

Seasons:

27

Episodes:

355

Actor:

Quality:

HD

Status:

Returning Series

First Air:

1987

IMDb:

6.7