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Emily Hauser Reading Order

2 series · 6 books · Born 1987

Emily Hauser is a classicist whose work bridges ancient history and contemporary storytelling. Trained at Cambridge University under renowned scholar Mary Beard, she brings scholarly rigor to her explorations of classical mythology and history. Best known for the Golden Apple trilogy, Hauser transforms ancient narratives into compelling prose that resonates with modern readers while maintaining historical authenticity.

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Golden Apple Trilogy Series

Complete

3 books (2016–2018)

Emily Hauser's Golden Apple Trilogy is a complete three-book historical fiction series following the Trojan War from the perspective of those caught in its aftermath. Published between 2016 and 2018, the books should be read in publication order: For the Most Beautiful, For the Winner, and For the Immortal. Each installment builds on the previous narrative, making sequential reading essential to understanding the full scope of this interconnected retelling.

Start with For the Most Beautiful and read in order.

Start this series with For the Most Beautiful

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For the Most Beautiful
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For the Winner
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For The Immortal

Non-Fiction Series

Ongoing

3 books (2023–2025)

Emily Hauser's three-book nonfiction series explores classical literature and history through fresh perspectives, published between 2023 and 2025. The series is ongoing and should be read in publication order, beginning with How Women Became Poets: A Gender History of Greek Literature, followed by Mythica: A New History of Homer's World, Through the Women Written Out of It, and concluding with Penelope's Bones. Each installment builds on Hauser's examination of ancient Greek literary and historical narratives.

Start with How Women Became Poets: A Gender History of Greek Literature and read in order.

Start this series with How Women Became Poets: A Gender History of Greek Literature

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How Women Became Poets: A Gender History of Greek Literature
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Cover of Mythica: A New History of Homer’s World, Through the Women Written Out of It
Mythica: A New History of Homer’s World, Through the Women Written Out of It
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Cover of Penelope’s Bones
Penelope’s Bones

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Emily Hauser written?
Emily Hauser has written 6 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 2016 to 2025.
What is the first book in each Emily Hauser series?
Here are the first books in Emily Hauser's series: Golden Apple Trilogy: For the Most Beautiful; Non-Fiction: How Women Became Poets: A Gender History of Greek Literature.
What order should I read Emily Hauser's books?
We recommend reading Emily Hauser's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Emily Hauser still writing new books?
Yes, Emily Hauser has 1 ongoing series: Non-Fiction.

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