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Christopher Anvil Reading Order

4 series ยท 25 books ยท Born 1922

Christopher Anvil, a pen name of Harry C. Crosby, was a prolific author known for his contributions to science fiction from 1961 to 2010. With a remarkable portfolio that includes 25 books across four series, Anvil captivated readers with works such as the Federation of Humanity series, as well as standalone novels and short story collections. His storytelling uniquely blends imaginative concepts with engaging narratives, solidifying his legacy in the genre.

Anthologies Series

Complete

12 books (1961โ€“2005)

Start with Mind Partner and 8 Other Novelets from Galaxy, the first of 12 books in the Anthologies series.

#Title
1
Mind Partner and 8 Other Novelets from Galaxy
2
Cover of Analog Science Fiction and Fact, February 1964
Analog Science Fiction and Fact, February 1964
3
Cover of Analog Science Fiction and Fact, November 1964
Analog Science Fiction and Fact, November 1964
4
5
Analog Science Fiction and Fact, 1965 July
6
Cover of Analog Science Fiction and Fact, January 1965
Analog Science Fiction and Fact, January 1965
7
Analog Science Fiction And Fact, March 1967
8
Cover of Analog Science Fiction and Fact, August 1967
Analog Science Fiction and Fact, August 1967
9
Cover of Analog Science Fiction and Fact, June 1968
Analog Science Fiction and Fact, June 1968
10
Cover of Analog Science Fiction/Science Fact, March 1969
Analog Science Fiction/Science Fact, March 1969
11
Analog Science Fiction and Fact Magazine, February 1988
12
The World Turned Upside Down

Intersellar Patrol/Federation Of Humanity Series

Complete

2 books (2003โ€“2005)

Start with Interstellar Patrol and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of Interstellar Patrol
Interstellar Patrol
2
Cover of Interstellar Patrol II
Interstellar Patrol II

Short Story Collections Series

Complete

3 books (1969โ€“2010)

Start with Strangers In Paradise and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of Strangers In Paradise
Strangers In Paradise
2
3
Cover of The Power of Illusion
The Power of Illusion

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

8 books (1964โ€“2009)

Start with The Day The Machines Stopped, the first of 8 books in the Standalone Novels series.

#Title
1
The Day The Machines Stopped
2
Cover of Pandora's Planet
Pandora's Planet
3
Warlord's World
4
Cover of The Steel, the Mist, and the Blazing Sun
The Steel, the Mist, and the Blazing Sun
5
Cover of Pandora's Legions
Pandora's Legions
6
Cover of The Trouble with Aliens
The Trouble with Aliens
7
Cover of The Trouble with Humans
The Trouble with Humans
8
Cover of Prescription for Chaos/Rx for Chaos
Prescription for Chaos/Rx for Chaos

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Christopher Anvil written?
Christopher Anvil has written 25 books across 4 series. Their published works span from 1961 to 2010.
What is the first book in each Christopher Anvil series?
Here are the first books in Christopher Anvil's series: Anthologies: Mind Partner and 8 Other Novelets from Galaxy; Intersellar Patrol/Federation Of Humanity: Interstellar Patrol; Short Story Collections: Strangers In Paradise.
What order should I read Christopher Anvil's books?
We recommend reading Christopher Anvil's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Christopher Anvil's series complete?
Christopher Anvil has 4 completed series.

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