David McCullough Reading Order
2 series · 18 books · Born 7 July 1933
David McCullough was a renowned American author celebrated for his narrative history style, with an impressive portfolio that includes 18 works across two series, spanning both non-fiction and anthologies. Active from 1968 until 2025, he earned accolades such as two Pulitzer Prizes and the National Book Award, with his notable works including "1776" and "John Adams." His contributions to literature earned him the Presidential Medal of Freedom, solidifying his legacy in American letters.
Anthologies Series
Likely Complete3 books (1999–2021)
Start with What If?: The World's Foremost Historians Imagine What Might Have Been and read in order.
Non-Fiction Series
Ongoing15 books (1968–2025)
Start with The Johnstown Flood, the first of 15 books in the Non-Fiction series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  The Johnstown Flood 1968Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  The Great Bridge 1972Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  The Path Between the Seas 1977Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Mornings on Horseback 1981Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Brave Companions 1991Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Truman 1992Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  John Adams 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 | The Course of Human Events 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  1776 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | In the Dark Streets Shineth 2010Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  The Greater Journey 2011Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  The Wright Brothers 2015Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  The American Spirit 2017Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  The Pioneers 2019Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  History Matters 2025Buy 🇺🇸 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has David McCullough written?
- David McCullough has written 18 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 1968 to 2025.
- What is the first book in each David McCullough series?
- Here are the first books in David McCullough's series: Anthologies: What If?: The World's Foremost Historians Imagine What Might Have Been; Non-Fiction: The Johnstown Flood.
- What order should I read David McCullough's books?
- We recommend reading David McCullough's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is David McCullough still writing new books?
- Yes, David McCullough has 1 ongoing series: Non-Fiction.