Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
American historian and member of the Adams political family, descended from two U.S. Presidents
German writer, scientist artist, & politician best known for his drama Faust and is considered to be the greatest German author of all time.
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Based on estimated IQ scores, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (IQ 200) ranks higher than Henry Adams (IQ 195). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Henry Adams had an estimated IQ of 195 while Johann Wolfgang von Goethe had an estimated IQ of 200.
Henry Adams is known for: The Education of Henry Adams, The History of the United States of America 1801–1817. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is known for: Faust.
Yes. Both Henry Adams and Johann Wolfgang von Goethe are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
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