Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
A French woman of letters and political theorist of Genevan origin.
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An American statesman, diplomat, lawyer, and diarist who served as the sixth president of the United States.
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Based on estimated IQ scores, Germaine de Staël (IQ 175) ranks higher than John Quincy Adams (IQ 170). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Germaine de Staël had an estimated IQ of 175 while John Quincy Adams had an estimated IQ of 170.
Germaine de Staël is known for: Delphine (1802) <br> Corinne (1807) <br> De l'Allemagne (1813). John Quincy Adams is known for: Son of John Adams (2nd president); his grandson was Henry Adams, the leading social Newton.
Yes. Both Germaine de Staël and John Quincy Adams are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.