Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
An American autodidact described as "the smartest man in America"
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An English man of letters, politician and bishop best known for his work An Answer to some Considerations, the Spirit of Martin Luther and the Original of the Reformation.
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Based on estimated IQ scores, Christopher Langan (IQ 174) ranks higher than Francis Atterbury (IQ 170). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Christopher Langan had an estimated IQ of 174 while Francis Atterbury had an estimated IQ of 170.
Christopher Langan is known for: Cognitive-Theoretic Model of the Universe. Francis Atterbury is known for: See full biography.
Yes. Both Christopher Langan and Francis Atterbury are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
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