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
Complete12 books (1961โ2005)
Start with Mind Partner and 8 Other Novelets from Galaxy, the first of 12 books in the Anthologies series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Mind Partner and 8 Other Novelets from Galaxy 1961Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 2 | Analog Science Fiction and Fact, February 1964 1964Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 3 | Analog Science Fiction and Fact, November 1964 1964Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 4 | Analog 3 1965Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 5 | Analog Science Fiction and Fact, 1965 July 1965Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 6 | Analog Science Fiction and Fact, January 1965 1965Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 7 | Analog Science Fiction And Fact, March 1967 1967Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 8 | Analog Science Fiction and Fact, August 1967 1967Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 9 | Analog Science Fiction and Fact, June 1968 1968Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 10 | Analog Science Fiction/Science Fact, March 1969 1969Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 11 | Analog Science Fiction and Fact Magazine, February 1988 1988Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 12 | The World Turned Upside Down 2005Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Intersellar Patrol/Federation Of Humanity Series
Complete2 books (2003โ2005)
Start with Interstellar Patrol and read in order.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Interstellar Patrol 2003Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 2 | Interstellar Patrol II 2005Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Short Story Collections Series
Complete3 books (1969โ2010)
Start with Strangers In Paradise and read in order.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Strangers In Paradise 1969Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 2 | War Games 2008Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 3 | The Power of Illusion 2010Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete8 books (1964โ2009)
Start with The Day The Machines Stopped, the first of 8 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | The Day The Machines Stopped 1964Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 2 | Pandora's Planet 1972Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 3 | Warlord's World 1975Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 4 | The Steel, the Mist, and the Blazing Sun 1980Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 5 | Pandora's Legions 2002Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 6 | The Trouble with Aliens 2006Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 7 | The Trouble with Humans 2007Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 8 | Prescription for Chaos/Rx for Chaos 2009Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
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.

