Can you name some of the 10 books that surprisingly aren't science fiction?

Well, '1984' by George Orwell is often thought of as science fiction due to its dystopian elements, but it's more of a political commentary. However, books like 'The Catcher in the Rye' by J.D. Salinger don't fall into the science fiction category at all. It's a coming - of - age story about a disillusioned teenager. 'Moby - Dick' by Herman Melville is also not science fiction. It's an epic adventure about a man's obsession with a white whale. And 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Bronte, which is a passionate love story set in the moors.

One is 'Neuromancer' by William Gibson. It's a classic that introduced the concept of cyberspace in a very heady way, exploring themes of artificial intelligence and the blurring of boundaries between man and machine.

Sure. 'The Selfish Gene' by Richard Dawkins is a great one. It's a scientific exploration about genes and evolution.

Books that aren't fiction are usually called non-fiction. This category includes things like biographies, history books, and self-help guides.

Sure. 'Dune' is a great one. It has a complex universe with unique political and ecological systems. Another is '1984', which is more of a dystopian science fiction, warning about totalitarianism. And 'Brave New World' also stands out, exploring a society where people are genetically engineered and conditioned for specific roles.

Some might think they aren't considered literature because they often deal with imagined worlds and concepts that seem too far-fetched. But that's a narrow view.

Well, 'A Wrinkle in Time' by Madeleine L'Engle is a beloved science fiction book. It involves time travel and a battle against an evil force. And 'The War of the Worlds' by H.G. Wells is also very popular. It's about a Martian invasion of Earth and the chaos that ensues.

Another popular one is 'Brave New World' by Aldous Huxley. It depicts a future society where people are genetically engineered and conditioned from birth to fit into a specific caste system. It's a thought - provoking look at a world without true freedom.

Sure. Beginners might like 'I, Robot' by Isaac Asimov. It's famous for its exploration of the Three Laws of Robotics, which has been a huge influence on how science fiction portrays artificial intelligence. 'Fahrenheit 451' by Ray Bradbury also has elements that influenced science fiction. It shows a future where books are banned and technology is used in a rather negative way. It makes you think about the role of technology in society. And 'The Martian' by Andy Weir is a more recent book that can be great for beginners. It focuses on a man's struggle to survive on Mars and the science involved in that.

Well, 'The Moon is a Harsh Mistress' by Robert A. Heinlein also belongs on the list. It involves a lunar colony's fight for independence from Earth, with military - like operations and strategies. The book also explores political and social themes related to the situation, making it a complex and engaging read.