Arthur Conan Doyle vs George Bernard Shaw

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Arthur Conan Doyle
IQ180
Born1859
Died1930
OriginScotland
Known For Stories of Sherlock Holmes, The Lost World
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George Bernard Shaw
IQ180
Born1856
Died1950
OriginPortobello, Dublin, Ireland
Known ForMan and Superman (1902) Pygmalion (1912) The Doctor's Dilemma (1906) Saint Jo

About Arthur Conan Doyle

British detective fiction author

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About George Bernard Shaw

Bernard Shaw was an Irish playwright, critic, polemicist and political activist known for writing Man and Superman (1902), Pygmalion (1912) and Saint Joan (1923).

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The Verdict

Both Arthur Conan Doyle and George Bernard Shaw have an estimated IQ of 180, placing them among history's greatest minds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who had a higher IQ — Arthur Conan Doyle or George Bernard Shaw?

Arthur Conan Doyle had an estimated IQ of 180 while George Bernard Shaw had an estimated IQ of 180.

What is each genius known for?

Arthur Conan Doyle is known for: Stories of Sherlock Holmes, The Lost World . George Bernard Shaw is known for: Man and Superman (1902) Pygmalion (1912) The Doctor's Dilemma (1906) Saint Joan (1923) Caesar and Cleopatra (1898).

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Arthur Conan Doyle and George Bernard Shaw are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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