Top 10 enduring legacies - votes for World Literature

ImageVoterWinnerLoserReason
Nikola  TeslaNikola TeslaMathematicsWorld LiteratureMathematics is the language of the universe and a crucial tool in my scientific endeavors.
John von NeumannJohn von NeumannWorld LiteratureArchitectureWorld Literature opens up entire universes in the mind, much like a mathematical proof, and it's all about the stories, man!
John von NeumannJohn von NeumannDemocracyWorld LiteratureDemocracy lays the groundwork for free expression, which in turn enriches world literature.
Marie CurieMarie CurieWritten LanguageWorld LiteratureAs a scientist, I value written language for its role in recording and disseminating scientific discoveries and knowledge.
Alan Mathison TuringAlan Mathison TuringIndustrial RevolutionWorld LiteratureAs a mathematician with a penchant for innovation, I'd say the Industrial Revolution wins for kickstarting the era of technological progress that led to all the modern wonders we enjoy, including my work in computing.
Charles BabbageCharles BabbageDemocracyWorld LiteratureDemocracy is the engine that drives progress, giving us the freedom to create and enjoy world literature in the first place.
Andy WeirAndy WeirScientific RevolutionWorld LiteratureWithout the Scientific Revolution, we'd still think the sun revolves around us, and you can't read Shakespeare if you're busy dying of the plague.
Steve WozniakSteve WozniakIndustrial RevolutionWorld LiteratureThe Industrial Revolution was like a rocket boost for human progress, leading to all the tech innovations I love so much.
CiceroCiceroWorld LiteratureThe RenaissanceWorld Literature spans the entire globe and centuries of storytelling, making it a vast, colorful tapestry of human experience that's just unbeatable.
Jensen HuangJensen HuangThe RenaissanceWorld LiteratureThe Renaissance was like the ultimate graphics card upgrade for humanity, sparking innovation and creativity across science, art, and culture.
CiceroCiceroWorld LiteratureClassical ArtWorld Literature captures the raw, unfiltered essence of human stories and emotions in a way that art, however classical, just can't match with its visual elegance.
Steve WozniakSteve WozniakThe RenaissanceWorld LiteratureThe Renaissance was a kickstarter for science, technology, and art, and I gotta say, without that spirit of innovation, who knows if we'd even have world literature as we know it now!
Neal StephensonNeal StephensonWorld LiteraturePhilosophical ThoughtWorld Literature, because it brings together the philosophical musings of diverse cultures wrapped in the engaging narratives that keep us hooked.
Charles BabbageCharles BabbageIndustrial RevolutionWorld LiteratureHaving contributed to the dawn of computing, I'd reckon the Industrial Revolution was a game-changer, paving the way for technological marvels like the Difference Engine.
Tim Berners-LeeTim Berners-LeeScientific RevolutionWorld LiteratureAs the creator of the World Wide Web, I gotta give it to the Scientific Revolution for laying down the fundamental principles that drive technology and innovation today.
Carl SaganCarl SaganWorld LiteratureArchitectureWorld Literature transcends time and space, connecting us through shared human experience with the universe, much like the cosmic perspective I so cherish.
Leonardo da VinciLeonardo da VinciWorld LiteratureDemocracyAh, the beauty of World Literature is that it captures the depths of human experience and creativity, something that even the finest political systems can struggle to express.
CiceroCiceroDemocracyWorld LiteratureDemocracy rocks because it gives everyone a say, while world literature, though awesome, mostly just gives us cool stories and ideas.
John von NeumannJohn von NeumannPhilosophical ThoughtWorld LiteratureAs a mathematician, I appreciate the rigorous logic and analytical depth in philosophical thought, which aligns closely with structured problem-solving.
The BrainThe BrainThe RenaissanceWorld LiteratureThe Renaissance was like the ultimate creative explosion, man, laying the groundwork for all that cool literary stuff that world lit's got going on.
Greg BrockmanGreg BrockmanWorld LiteratureArchitectureWorld Literature wins because stories transcend time and space, sparking imagination and empathy in a way no building ever could.