<p>Well, I am actually doing it as review for my AP Euro class (we are each making a top 20 List) so we are restricted to European literature between 1450 and present, hence the list. Either way, I thought it would be a good topic. </p>
<p>I think I've ordered it. Here's what I've got. It's due tommorrow, thats why I am in a rush.</p>
<p>Top 20 (or so) Influential Books and Documents</p>
<ol>
<li><p>Gutenberg Bible: Johannes Gutenberg (1454-1455) translation of the bible printed with the printing press using movable type; marked the production of books in the west.</p></li>
<li><p>The Origin of Species: Charles Darwin (1859) evolution through natural selection; contradicted religious beliefs; creation vs evolution</p></li>
<li><p>The Communist Manifesto: Karl Marx & Friedrich Engels (1848) suggested a course of action for a proletariat (working class) revolution to overthrow the ruling class of bourgeoisie and to eventually bring about a classless society; communism; extreme socialism</p></li>
<li><p>95 Theses: Martin Luther (1517) Posted in Wittenberg, Germany on October 31, 1517; challenged the teachings of the Church on the nature of penance, the authority of the pope and the usefulness of indulgences. They sparked a theological debate that would result in the Reformation and the birth of new Christain religions.</p></li>
<li><p>The Prince: Niccol</p></li>
</ol>