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1. Written for everyone, not just scientists, Stephen Hawking's 1988 best-seller has sold millions of copies world-wide. It's a fascinating overview of cosmology. Which of the following books is it?
2. First published in 1903, this autobiography of Helen Keller tells the story of her childhood and her relationship with teacher Anne Sullivan. What is the name of this book?
3. Most people have heard of Sigmund Freud, "father of psychoanalysis." In 1899 he published a book that introduced his theories on the relationship between the unconscious mind and dreams. Which of the following books is it?
4. American author Elizabeth Gilbert wrote a best-selling memoir about her experiences traveling to Italy, India, and Bali. Name the title of this memoir.
5. Rachel Carson was a marine biologist and conservationist who authored a book that raised public awareness of the chemical industry's widespread use of pesticides. Which of the following books is it?
6. Norman Mailer wrote a Pulitzer Prize winning account of the events leading up to the execution of convicted killer Gary Gilmore. What is the name of this prize-winning book?
7. Americans love fast food. What could be easier than zipping through McDonald's or Burger King's drive-up window and ordering calorie-laden, artery-clogging burgers and fries, all in less than five minutes? Eric Schlosser published a book in 2006 about the downside of eating fast food as well as an indictment of the fast food industry itself. Name this eye-opening book.
8. Temple Grandin is many things. She's an author, animal rights activist, professor of animal behavior, and animal consultant for the livestock industry. She is also autistic. Not one to let too much stand in her way, Temple has written many books over the years, each with a different perspective. First published in 1995, which of the following books was written by Grandin?
9. One of the best books I have ever read, and read more than once, was written by security specialist Gavin de Becker. Its goal is to help anyone recognize the warning signs of danger and the best ways to stay safe. Name this best-selling book.
10. After the giant energy corporation Enron collapsed, many wondered what had gone wrong. "Fortune" magazine editors Bethany McLean and Peter Elkind have written an ambitious tome that chronicles the beginnings of Enron right up until its ultimate demise. Which of the following books is it?
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