Erik Larson Reading Order
2 series Β· 11 books
Erik Larson is an acclaimed American nonfiction writer who transforms historical events into gripping narrative accounts that read like novels. His meticulously researched books combine vivid storytelling with compelling real-world drama, drawing from his extensive experience as a journalist for major publications including The Wall Street Journal and Time. Known for works that explore fascinating moments in history through the eyes of ordinary people caught in extraordinary circumstances, Larson has established himself as a master of narrative nonfiction across multiple decades.
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Non-Fiction Series
Ongoing10 books (1992β2026)
Erik Larson's non-fiction series comprises nine books published between 1992 and 2024, with new works still being added. Each book stands as a complete narrative focused on a distinct historical event or figure, making them readable in any order, though following publication order allows readers to appreciate the author's evolving narrative style and research approach. The series includes titles such as Isaac's Storm, The Devil in the White City, Thunderstruck, In the Garden of Beasts, Dead Wake, The Splendid and the Vile, and The Demon of Unrest, spanning topics from natural disasters to historical crimes to wartime narratives.
Start with The Naked Consumer, the first of 9 books in the Non-Fiction series.
Start this series with The Naked Consumer
Buy Book 1 πΊπΈπ§ Listen free on Audible| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | The Naked Consumer |
| 2 | Lethal Passage |
| 3 | Isaac's Storm |
| 4 | The Devil in the White City |
| 5 | Thunderstruck |
| 6 | In the Garden of Beasts |
| 7 | Dead Wake |
| 8 | The Splendid and the Vile |
| 9 | The Demon of Unrest |
| 10 | Groundless Noir: Ontology and Latin American Crime Fiction |
Standalone Novels Series
Complete1 book (2021β2021)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | No One Goes Alone |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Erik Larson written?
- Erik Larson has written 11 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 1992 to 2026.
- What is the first book in each Erik Larson series?
- Here are the first books in Erik Larson's series: Non-Fiction: The Naked Consumer.
- What order should I read Erik Larson's books?
- We recommend reading Erik Larson's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Is Erik Larson still writing new books?
- Yes, Erik Larson has 1 ongoing series: Non-Fiction.

