Barbara Pym Reading Order
4 series · 15 books · Born 1913
Barbara Pym was a talented English novelist known for her insightful social comedies and keen observations of everyday life. Active from 1950 to 1988, she authored 15 books across four series, including notable works such as Excellent Women and A Glass of Blessings. Her literary contributions also encompass standalone novels, short stories, non-fiction, and anthologies, solidifying her reputation as a significant figure in 20th-century literature.
Anthologies Series
Complete1 book (1981–1981)
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Places: An Anthology of Britain 1981Buy 🇺🇸 |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete1 book (1984–1984)
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  A Very Private Eye 1984Buy 🇺🇸 |
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (1988–1988)
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Civil to Strangers and Other Writings 1988Buy 🇺🇸 |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete12 books (1950–1986)
Start with Some Tame Gazelle, the first of 12 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Some Tame Gazelle 1950Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 | Excellent Women 1952Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Jane and Prudence 1953Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Less Than Angels 1955Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  A Glass of Blessings 1958Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 | No Fond Return of Love 1961Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Quartet in Autumn 1977Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | The Sweet Dove Died 1978Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  A Few Green Leaves 1980Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  An Unsuitable Attachment 1982Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Crampton Hodnet 1985Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  An Academic Question 1986Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Barbara Pym written?
- Barbara Pym has written 15 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1950 to 1988.
- What order should I read Barbara Pym's books?
- We recommend reading Barbara Pym's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Barbara Pym's series complete?
- Barbara Pym has 4 completed series.