Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
Anglo-Irish natural philosopher, chemist, physicist & inventor
An English-language Irish poet, dramatist, prose writer and one of the foremost figures of 20th-century literature.
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Based on estimated IQ scores, Robert Boyle (IQ 185) ranks higher than William Butler Yeats (IQ 170). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Robert Boyle had an estimated IQ of 185 while William Butler Yeats had an estimated IQ of 170.
Robert Boyle is known for: Boyle's law and Corpuscularianism. William Butler Yeats is known for: Leda and the Swan.
Yes. Both Robert Boyle and William Butler Yeats are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.