ALS in German, signed “A. Einstein,” one page, 8.25 x 11, blindstamped Princeton letterhead, March 3, 1947. Letter to Fannie Held, the widow of New York physician Dr. Isidore W. Held, written the day after the doctor’s death. In part (translated): "Deeply affected I hear of the painful loss that has befallen you…True goodness emanated from this man, who alleviated the harshness of human relations and who understood and forgave all weaknesses…As a role model for his fellow men he was the best that a human being can be.” In very good condition, with small splits along intersecting folds, scattered overall creasing, and a chip to the top edge. Accompanied by an ALS by his stepdaughter Margot Einstein, also expressing her condolences. Like Einstein, Dr. Held was involved in helping Jewish intellectuals escape from Nazi Germany and published articles on behalf of persecuted Jewish physicians. A moving sentiment from Einstein written during a time of sorrow. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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