Doris Kearns Goodwin Reading Order
2 series ยท 12 books
Doris Kearns Goodwin is a renowned American historian and biographer known for her insightful explorations of presidential history. With a career spanning from 1976 to 2024, she has authored 12 books across two series, encompassing both non-fiction and anthologies. Her most notable work includes in-depth biographies that illuminate the lives and leadership of several U.S. presidents.
Anthologies Series
Likely Complete3 books (1999โ2023)
Start with In Our Own Words and read in order.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | In Our Own Words 1999Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 2 | Lincoln Lessons: Reflections on America's Greatest Leader 2009Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 3 | A Word on Words 2023Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Non-Fiction Series
Ongoing9 books (1976โ2024)
Start with Lyndon Johnson and the American Dream, the first of 9 books in the Non-Fiction series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 | Lyndon Johnson and the American Dream 1976Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 2 | The Fitzgeralds and the Kennedys 1987Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 3 | No Ordinary Time 1994Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 4 | Wait Till Next Year 1997Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 5 | Team of Rivals 2005Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 6 | The Bully Pulpit 2013Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 7 | Leadership: In Turbulent Times 2018Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 8 | An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s 2024Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
| 9 | The Leadership Journey: How Four Kids Became President 2024Buy ๐บ๐ธ |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Doris Kearns Goodwin written?
- Doris Kearns Goodwin has written 12 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 1976 to 2024.
- What is the first book in each Doris Kearns Goodwin series?
- Here are the first books in Doris Kearns Goodwin's series: Anthologies: In Our Own Words; Non-Fiction: Lyndon Johnson and the American Dream.
- What order should I read Doris Kearns Goodwin's books?
- We recommend reading Doris Kearns Goodwin's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Doris Kearns Goodwin still writing new books?
- Yes, Doris Kearns Goodwin has 1 ongoing series: Non-Fiction.

