Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
A French woman of letters and political theorist of Genevan origin.
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A British statesman of the Whig group who served as Prime Minister of Great Britain in the middle of the 18th century.
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Based on estimated IQ scores, Germaine de Staël (IQ 175) ranks higher than William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham (IQ 170). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Germaine de Staël had an estimated IQ of 175 while William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham had an estimated IQ of 170.
Germaine de Staël is known for: Delphine (1802) <br> Corinne (1807) <br> De l'Allemagne (1813). William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham is known for: Serving as Prime Minister of Great Britain.
Yes. Both Germaine de Staël and William Pitt, 1st Earl of Chatham are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.