The Mis-measure of Man by Stephen Jay Gould is a really good book with the later chapters discussing the origin of IQ tests and how they were used to discriminate against immigrants early in the 20th century. Mark -----Original Message----- From: Paleolithic Eating Support List [mailto:[log in to unmask]]On Behalf Of Elizabeth L. Bess Sent: Saturday, September 02, 2000 8:14 PM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: [P-F] off topic question Hey all you smart people, I'm researching the origins of the standard IQ tests. Does anyone know book titles, web sites, etc. for me to chase on the subject of their origins, purpose, and whatever else............I'm wanting to dig up dirt. Thanks, Beth