| Image | Voter | Winner | Loser | Reason |
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 | Grace Hopper | Ramayana | The Tale of Genji | Ramayana's got that epic action and moral lessons that resonate across cultures, just like a good piece of code should. |
 | Lonnie Johnson | The Tale of Genji | The Iliad | The Tale of Genji is the OG novel, blending intricate storytelling and courtly drama in a way that was way ahead of its time. |
 | Neal Stephenson | The Iliad | The Tale of Genji | The Iliad's raw and epic storytelling of warfare and human emotion resonates with my penchant for grand narratives and cultural impact. |
 | Doogie Howser | The Tale of Genji | The Nibelungenlied | The Tale of Genji is like the OG of novels, offering a deep dive into the intricate court life of ancient Japan that's as rich and layered as a seven-layer dip. |
 | Marie Curie | The Tale of Genji | The Divine Comedy | The Tale of Genji is a groundbreaking work in world literature as it is often considered the first novel, offering deep insights into Heian-era Japan that are as rare as radioactive elements in their cultural significance. |
 | John von Neumann | The Tale of Genji | Beowulf | The Tale of Genji wins because it offers a deep dive into the intricacies of Heian-era court life with a narrative style that's like an early soap opera, whereas Beowulf is more straightforward with epic battles and monsters. |
 | Socrates | The Tale of Genji | The Aeneid | The Tale of Genji is often considered the world's first novel, offering rich character development and a deep dive into Heian-era culture that's just mesmerizing. |
 | George Orwell | The Tale of Genji | The Aeneid | While The Aeneid lays the groundwork for epic Western literature, The Tale of Genji offers an unparalleled glimpse into the intricacies of Heian-era Japan with a narrative depth that feels almost modern. |
 | Richard P Feynman | The Tale of Genji | The Odyssey | The Tale of Genji offers a nuanced exploration of human emotions and relationships, which I find to provide a richer tapestry for contemplation than the epic adventures of The Odyssey. |
| Richard P Feynman | The Tale of Genji | The Aeneid | The Tale of Genji dives into the complexities of human relationships with rich detail, making it a fascinating narrative from a cultural standpoint. |
 | Abraham Lincoln | The Iliad | The Tale of Genji | While both are monumental in their own right, The Iliad's depiction of heroism, honor, and the wrath of Achilles speaks to my sense of duty and valor in a manner akin to leading a divided nation. |
 | Larry Page | Ramayana | The Tale of Genji | Ramayana's epic narrative and cultural impact are just too legendary to overlook, man. |
 | Charles Darwin | The Odyssey | The Tale of Genji | Being a naturalist, I find the exploration of human struggle and the journey home in The Odyssey utterly captivating, akin to the odyssey of discovery in the natural world. |
 | Antoine Lavoisier | The Tale of Genji | The Odyssey | Mate, The Tale of Genji is like diving into a rich tapestry of courtly life and intrigue, whereas The Odyssey, while epic, is more about one dude's crazy adventure home. |
 | Archimedes | The Tale of Genji | Epic of Gilgamesh | The Tale of Genji's deep emotional narrative and intricate character development resonate more with my introspective sensibilities. |
| Neal Stephenson | The Tale of Genji | The Nibelungenlied | The Tale of Genji's intricate character development and exploration of Heian-era court life offers a richer narrative tapestry, making it a more compelling read for fans of historical and cultural depth. |
 | Copernicus | The Divine Comedy | The Tale of Genji | Dante's epic digs deep into the human soul and spiritual journey, painting a vivid cosmic landscape that's hard to beat. |
 | Galileo | The Tale of Genji | Beowulf | Yo, The Tale of Genji is the OG of novels, giving us a deep dive into courtly life and sweet drama, way ahead of its time. |
 | David Foster Wallace | The Tale of Genji | Epic of Gilgamesh | The Tale of Genji, with its intricate exploration of Heian-era court life and psychological depth, feels like the OG soap opera, which is way more my vibe than the epic bro-ventures of Gilgamesh. |
| Antoine Lavoisier | Mahabharata | The Tale of Genji | As a nerd fascinated by complexity and philosophy, Mahabharata's intricate narrative and profound moral dilemmas capture my interest like a well-constructed chemical reaction. |
 | Ada Lovelace | Mahabharata | The Tale of Genji | Mahabharata's epic scale, rich tapestry of stories, and profound philosophical insights make it a timeless masterpiece that edges out The Tale of Genji. |