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Fyodor Dostoevsky vs Leo Tolstoy

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Fyodor Dostoevsky
IQ180
Born1821
Died1881
OriginMoscow, Moscow Governorate,, Russian Empire
Known ForNotes from Underground <br> Crime and Punishment <br> The Idiot <br> Demons <br>
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Leo Tolstoy
IQ180
Born1828
Died1910
OriginRussia
Known ForWar and Peace, Anna Karenina, The Death of Ivan Ilyich, The Kingdom of God Is Wi

About Fyodor Dostoevsky

One of the greatest Russian authors of the 19th century whose works deal with human nature, religion, atheism, revolutionary philosophies and other subjects.

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About Leo Tolstoy

Russian writer, author of "War and Peace" and "Anna Karenina"

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The Verdict

Both Fyodor Dostoevsky and Leo Tolstoy have an estimated IQ of 180, placing them among history's greatest minds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who had a higher IQ — Fyodor Dostoevsky or Leo Tolstoy?

Fyodor Dostoevsky had an estimated IQ of 180 while Leo Tolstoy had an estimated IQ of 180.

What is each genius known for?

Fyodor Dostoevsky is known for: Notes from Underground <br> Crime and Punishment <br> The Idiot <br> Demons <br> The Brothers Karamazov. Leo Tolstoy is known for: War and Peace, Anna Karenina, The Death of Ivan Ilyich, The Kingdom of God Is Within You, Resurrection.

Are both considered geniuses?

Yes. Both Fyodor Dostoevsky and Leo Tolstoy are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.

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