Marie Waife
American writer (1892–1985)
Marie Waife was a prominent American writer, born in 1892 and active in the literary field until her passing in 1985. Her work spanned multiple decades, with a notable focus on exploring the lives and contributions of influential literary figures.
Waife's most notable work is the biography "My Father, Sholem Aleichem," published in 1968. This biography is a tribute to the life and legacy of the renowned Yiddish author and playwright Sholem Aleichem, highlighting his brilliance and impact on the literary world. Through this work, Waife demonstrated her skill as a biographer and her ability to shed light on the lives of significant cultural figures.