Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
American historian and member of the Adams political family, descended from two U.S. Presidents
A French historian, book collector and president of the Parlement de Paris.
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Based on estimated IQ scores, Henry Adams (IQ 195) ranks higher than Jacques Auguste de Thou (IQ 175). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Henry Adams had an estimated IQ of 195 while Jacques Auguste de Thou had an estimated IQ of 175.
Henry Adams is known for: The Education of Henry Adams, The History of the United States of America 1801–1817. Jacques Auguste de Thou is known for: History of his own Times.
Yes. Both Henry Adams and Jacques Auguste de Thou are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.