Kenneth Roberts Reading Order
5 series · 25 books
Kenneth Roberts was an American historical novelist who first gained national prominence as a journalist for the Saturday Evening Post before transitioning to fiction writing in the 1920s. Drawing heavily on his Maine roots and deep knowledge of New England geography and history, he crafted meticulously researched regional historical narratives that brought colonial and Revolutionary War-era America to vivid life. Over a prolific career spanning four decades, Roberts produced 25 books across multiple series, establishing himself as a master of American historical fiction through works that balanced literary depth with broad popular appeal.
Chronicles of Arundel Series
Complete4 books (1930–1934)
Start with Arundel, the first of 4 books in the Chronicles of Arundel series.
Start this series with Arundel
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Collections Series
Complete1 book (1945–1945)
Dowsing Series
Complete3 books (1951–1957)
Start with Henry Gross and His Dowsing Rod and read in order.
Start this series with Henry Gross and His Dowsing Rod
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Complete13 books (1921–1956)
Start with Europe's Morning After, the first of 13 books in the Non-Fiction series.
Start this series with Europe's Morning After
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete4 books (1937–1956)
Start with Northwest Passage, the first of 4 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Northwest Passage
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Kenneth Roberts written?
- Kenneth Roberts has written 25 books across 5 series. Their published works span from 1921 to 1957.
- What is the first book in each Kenneth Roberts series?
- Here are the first books in Kenneth Roberts's series: Chronicles of Arundel: Arundel; Dowsing: Henry Gross and His Dowsing Rod; Non-Fiction: Europe's Morning After.
- What order should I read Kenneth Roberts's books?
- We recommend reading Kenneth Roberts's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Kenneth Roberts's series complete?
- Kenneth Roberts has 5 completed series.