Adrian Goldsworthy Reading Order
9 series · 183 books
Adrian Goldsworthy is a British historian and novelist renowned for his expertise in ancient Roman civilization, bringing both scholarly rigor and narrative flair to his extensive body of work. With nearly two hundred books spanning historical fiction, military history, and analytical non-fiction, he explores warfare, leadership, and empire across multiple time periods, from classical antiquity to the Napoleonic era. His prolific output encompasses both standalone works and numerous series that appeal to readers seeking detailed historical accounts alongside engaging storytelling rooted in meticulous research.
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Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (2008–2008)
City Of Victory Series
Likely Complete3 books (2021–2023)
Adrian Goldsworthy's City of Victory trilogy spans from 2021 to 2023 and should be read in publication order, beginning with The Fort. The three-book series comprises The Fort, The City, and The Wall, and appears to be complete. Goldsworthy blends his expertise in historical fiction with action and adventure storytelling across this sequence.
Start with The Fort and read in order.
Start this series with The Fort
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Essential Histories Series
Ongoing24 books (1992–2024)
The Essential Histories series comprises 24 books exploring major conflicts and military campaigns spanning from medieval times to the modern era. Written by various military historians including Adrian Goldsworthy, Stephen Turnbull, and Gregory Fremont-Barnes, the series covers diverse wars such as the Hundred Years' War, the Vietnam War, the Russian Civil War, and the Soviet-Afghan War. Each book provides detailed historical analysis of its subject conflict, making the series suitable for readers interested in military history. The series is ongoing and should be read in publication order, beginning with The Hundred Years' War: 1337–1453.
Start with The Hundred Years’ War: 1337–1453(By: Anne Curry), the first of 24 books in the Essential Histories series.
Start this series with The Hundred Years’ War: 1337–1453(By: Anne Curry)
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General Military Series
Likely Complete116 books (1950–2021)
The General Military series comprises 112 books published between 1950 and 2021, covering military history, warfare, and armed conflict across various periods and regions. These works span historical fiction and non-fiction accounts of wars from the Napoleonic era through the Vietnam War, featuring titles on military strategy, notable commanders, naval warfare, and combat operations. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Otto Skorzeny by Stuart Smith. The collection appears to be complete, offering readers a comprehensive exploration of military history from multiple perspectives and time periods.
Start with Otto Skorzeny(By: Stuart Smith), the first of 112 books in the General Military series.
Start this series with Otto Skorzeny(By: Stuart Smith)
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Napoleonic Wars Series
Complete6 books (2008–2015)
Adrian Goldsworthy's Napoleonic Wars series consists of six complete historical fiction novels published between 2008 and 2015. The books should be read in publication order, beginning with True Soldier Gentlemen and concluding with Whose Business is to Die. This action-adventure series follows characters through the conflicts of the Napoleonic era, blending historical detail with fictional narratives across its full span.
Start with True Soldier Gentlemen, the first of 6 books in the Napoleonic Wars series.
Start this series with True Soldier Gentlemen
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Non-Fiction Series
Ongoing17 books (1996–2026)
Adrian Goldsworthy's non-fiction series on Roman history comprises 17 books published between 1996 and 2026, with the series still ongoing. These works should be read in publication order, beginning with The Roman Army At War, and cover various aspects of Roman military campaigns, emperors, and civilization from the republic through the empire. The series includes focused studies on major figures like Caesar, Augustus, and Hadrian, as well as broader examinations of Rome's conflicts, including the Punic Wars and the fall of the Western Empire.
Start with The Roman Army At War, the first of 17 books in the Non-Fiction series.
Start this series with The Roman Army At War
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Smithsonian History of Warfare Series
Complete12 books (1999–2005)
The Smithsonian History of Warfare is a twelve-book historical non-fiction series published between 1999 and 2005, examining military conflict across different eras and regions. Though edited by Adrian Goldsworthy, each volume is written by a different military historian specializing in its subject matter, covering topics ranging from ancient Greek warfare to twentieth-century conflicts. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with The Civil War and the Wars of the Nineteenth Century.
Start with The Civil War and the Wars of the Nineteenth Century(By: Brian Holden Reid), the first of 12 books in the Smithsonian History of Warfare series.
Start this series with The Civil War and the Wars of the Nineteenth Century(By: Brian Holden Reid)
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (2024–2024)
Vindolanda Series
Complete3 books (2017–2020)
Adrian Goldsworthy's Vindolanda series consists of three historical fiction novels published between 2017 and 2020. The trilogy is complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Vindolanda, followed by The Encircling Sea, and concluding with Brigantia. This action-driven series blends historical detail with adventure narratives set in Roman Britain.
Start with Vindolanda and read in order.
Start this series with Vindolanda
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Adrian Goldsworthy written?
- Adrian Goldsworthy has written 183 books across 9 series. Their published works span from 1950 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Adrian Goldsworthy series?
- Here are the first books in Adrian Goldsworthy's series: City Of Victory: The Fort; Essential Histories: The Hundred Years’ War: 1337–1453(By: Anne Curry); General Military: Otto Skorzeny(By: Stuart Smith); Napoleonic Wars: True Soldier Gentlemen; Non-Fiction: The Roman Army At War.
- What order should I read Adrian Goldsworthy's books?
- We recommend reading Adrian Goldsworthy's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Adrian Goldsworthy still writing new books?
- Yes, Adrian Goldsworthy has 2 ongoing series: Essential Histories, Non-Fiction.