Misc: what james dickey novel tells the story of an ill fated canoe trip?

Questions

In 1990 Saddam Hussein declares America can't beat---------- . ?

In 1993 Galileo passes within 600 miles of asteroid---------- . ?

In 30 BC ---------- and most famous queen of Egypt, commits suicide. ?

In 1483 ---------- king of France (1461-83), dies at 60. ?

In 1797 ---------- Wollstonecraft Shelley London England, author (Frankenstein), born. ?