The Parthenon of Books, A Stand Against Censorship

The Parthenon of Books is an art installation by Martin Minuhan, part of the Documenter 14 art show. It features over 100,000 banned books to spark debate on censorship and literature. Located in a German park where Nazis burned books, the installation aims to inspire future readers. Books were donated by the public and will be distributed to visitors.

What is the primary purpose of the Parthenon of Books installation?

• To spark debate on censorship and literature

• To showcase South American art

• To replicate ancient Greek architecture

• To promote banned books

Which of the following authors' works are included in the Parthenon of Books?

• J.K. Rowling

• Jane Austen

• George Orwell

• Mark Twain

Why is the location of the Parthenon of Books significant?

• It is a famous tourist spot

• It was a site of Nazi book burnings

• It is the artist's hometown

• It is the original site of the Greek Parthenon

How were the books for the Parthenon of Books obtained?

• Written by the artist

• Collected from libraries

• Donated by the public

• Purchased from bookstores

What will happen to the books after the installation is complete?

• They will be sold

• They will be returned to donors

• They will be given to visitors

• They will be archived