Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
American historian and member of the Adams political family, descended from two U.S. Presidents
French writer, historian & philosopher who wrote more than 20,000 letters and 2,000 books and pamphlets.
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Take the IQ test →Based on estimated IQ scores, Henry Adams (IQ 195) ranks higher than Voltaire (IQ 190). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Henry Adams had an estimated IQ of 195 while Voltaire had an estimated IQ of 190.
Henry Adams is known for: The Education of Henry Adams, The History of the United States of America 1801–1817. Voltaire is known for: The novel Candide.
Yes. Both Henry Adams and Voltaire are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
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