Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
A French woman of letters and political theorist of Genevan origin.
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American historian and member of the Adams political family, descended from two U.S. Presidents
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Take the IQ test →Based on estimated IQ scores, Henry Adams (IQ 195) ranks higher than Germaine de Staël (IQ 175). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Germaine de Staël had an estimated IQ of 175 while Henry Adams had an estimated IQ of 195.
Germaine de Staël is known for: Delphine (1802) <br> Corinne (1807) <br> De l'Allemagne (1813). Henry Adams is known for: The Education of Henry Adams, The History of the United States of America 1801–1817.
Yes. Both Germaine de Staël and Henry Adams are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
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