George MacDonald Fraser Reading Order
5 series · 31 books · Born 1925
George MacDonald Fraser was a prolific Scottish writer and screenwriter renowned for his sharp wit and engaging historical narratives. His most notable work is the Flashman series, which includes eleven novels and a collection of short stories, all part of an extensive career that spans 31 books across five series, including Private McAuslan collections and standalone novels. Active from 1969 to 2015, Fraser's diverse body of work also features non-fiction and anthologies, showcasing his versatility as a storyteller.
Anthologies Series
Complete3 books (1986–2010)
Start with The Joy of Football and read in order.
Flashman Papers Series
Complete12 books (1969–2005)
Start with Flashman, the first of 12 books in the Flashman Papers series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Flashman 1969Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Royal Flash 1970Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Flash for Freedom! 1971Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Flashman at the Charge 1973Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Flashman in the Great Game 1975Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Flashman's Lady 1977Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Flashman and the Redskins 1982Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Flashman and the Dragon 1985Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Flashman and the Mountain of Light 1990Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Flashman and the Angel of the Lord 1994Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Flashman and the Tiger 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 | Flashman on the March 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
Non-Fiction Series
Complete5 books (1972–2002)
Start with The Steel Bonnets: The Story of the Anglo-Scottish Border Reivers, the first of 5 books in the Non-Fiction series.
Private McAuslan Collections Series
Complete5 books (1970–2001)
Start with The General Danced at Dawn, the first of 5 books in the Private McAuslan Collections series.
Standalone Novels Series
Complete6 books (1980–2015)
Start with Mr. American, the first of 6 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has George MacDonald Fraser written?
- George MacDonald Fraser has written 31 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 1969 to 2015.
- What is the first book in each George MacDonald Fraser series?
- Here are the first books in George MacDonald Fraser's series: Anthologies: The Joy of Football; Flashman Papers: Flashman; Non-Fiction: The Steel Bonnets: The Story of the Anglo-Scottish Border Reivers; Private McAuslan Collections: The General Danced at Dawn.
- What order should I read George MacDonald Fraser's books?
- We recommend reading George MacDonald Fraser's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are George MacDonald Fraser's series complete?
- George MacDonald Fraser has 5 completed series.