Noel B. Gerson Reading Order
11 series · 213 books · Born 1914
Noel B. Gerson was a prolific American historical novelist and biographer who published over 200 books under his own name and multiple pseudonyms, including Dana Fuller Ross and Donald Clayton Porter. His work focused primarily on pivotal figures and events from American history, with biographical studies of notable leaders like Sam Houston, Kit Carson, Andrew Jackson, and Theodore Roosevelt, as well as sweeping historical fiction series such as Wagons West and White Indian. Two of his novels, 55 Days at Peking and The Naked Maja, were adapted into major films, demonstrating the broad appeal of his storytelling across both print and screen.
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American Indians Series
Complete7 books (1982–2005)
The American Indians series consists of seven complete historical fiction and non-fiction works published between 1982 and 2005, blending fictional narratives with accounts of Native American tribes. The series spans Apache, Cheyenne, Sioux, Arapaho, Kiowa, and Navajo peoples, with titles published under various author names including Donald Clayton Porter, Jackson O'Reilly, and Jane Toombs. Readers should follow publication order beginning with Apache War Cry to experience the full arc of this exploration of American Indian history and culture. The series concludes with two non-fiction volumes documenting Navajo and Sioux heritage.
Start with Apache War Cry(As:Donald Clayton Porter), the first of 7 books in the American Indians series.
Start this series with Apache War Cry(As:Donald Clayton Porter)
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Anthologies Series
Complete2 books (1994–2001)
Noel B. Gerson's anthology series consists of two complete volumes published between 1994 and 2001. These historical and cultural collections should be read in publication order, beginning with The Oxford Children's Book of Famous People, followed by Jade Dragons and Hungry Ghosts. The series blends historical fiction with non-fiction elements across topics ranging from biographical subjects to cultural narratives.
Start with The Oxford Children's Book of Famous People and read in order.
Start this series with The Oxford Children's Book of Famous People
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Non-Fiction Series
Likely Complete51 books (1960–2022)
Noel B. Gerson's prolific non-fiction output spans 51 books published between 1960 and 2022, covering historical biographies, explorations of American frontier history, and cultural studies. The series should be read in publication order, beginning with Nathan Hale: Espionage Agent and progressing through works examining figures like Gabrielle d'Estrées, Kit Carson, and Henry Lee alongside broader historical narratives such as The Last Wilderness and Survival: Jamestown. The series appears to be complete, though Gerson published under multiple pseudonyms including Michael Burgess, Philip Vail, and Anne Marie Burgess throughout his writing career.
Start with Nathan Hale: Espionage Agent, the first of 51 books in the Non-Fiction series.
Start this series with Nathan Hale: Espionage Agent
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Standalone Novels Series
Complete77 books (1951–1984)
Noel B. Gerson authored 77 standalone novels published between 1951 and 1984, spanning historical fiction, non-fiction, and western genres. Though each book stands alone as a complete story, readers typically approach the series in publication order, beginning with Savage Gentleman. The complete collection, which concluded in 1984, includes works published under pseudonyms such as Samuel Edwards and Carter A. Vaughan.
Start with Savage Gentleman / Savage Cavalier, the first of 77 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Start this series with Savage Gentleman / Savage Cavalier
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The Age of Sail Series
Likely Complete4 books (2020–2023)
The Age of Sail is a four-book historical fiction series published between 2020 and 2023, featuring narratives centered on maritime exploration and naval history during the age of sailing ships. Each volume focuses on a different historical figure or expedition, including accounts of the Centurion, Admiral Hawke, Henry Hudson, and Sir Walter Ralegh. The series appears to be complete and should be read in publication order, beginning with Log of the Centurion.
Start with Log of the Centurion(By: Leo Heaps), the first of 4 books in the The Age of Sail series.
Start this series with Log of the Centurion(By: Leo Heaps)
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Complete10 books (1989–1995)
The Holts: An American Dynasty is a complete historical fiction series spanning ten books published between 1989 and 1995. Following the saga of the Holt family across American territories and states, the series should be read in publication order beginning with The Oregon Legacy and continuing through Pacific Destiny and Awakening. Noel B. Gerson's epic chronicles the family's journey across the expanding nation, blending historical events with the personal struggles and triumphs of multiple generations.
Start with The Oregon Legacy, the first of 10 books in the The Holts: An American Dynasty series.
Start this series with The Oregon Legacy
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Wagons West Series
Complete25 books (1979–2012)
The Wagons West series comprises 25 historical fiction novels following American expansion westward across the nineteenth century. Written by Noel B. Gerson and published between 1979 and 2012, the complete series should be read in publication order beginning with Independence!. Each book in the sequence focuses on a different territory or state, from the initial journey through Nebraska, Wyoming, and Oregon to later installments covering Texas, California, Colorado, and beyond.
Start with Independence!, the first of 25 books in the Wagons West series.
Start this series with Independence!
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Wagons West Empire Series
Complete3 books (1998–1999)
The Wagons West Empire series is a three-book historical western fiction sequence by Noel B. Gerson published between 1998 and 1999. The complete series comprises Honor!, Justice!, and Vengeance! and should be read in publication order. Each installment continues the narrative thread of its predecessor, making sequential reading essential to follow the full story arc across this concluded trilogy.
Start with Honor! and read in order.
Start this series with Honor!
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Wagons West Frontier Series
Complete3 books (1992–1993)
The Wagons West Frontier trilogy by Noel B. Gerson consists of three historical fiction novels published between 1992 and 1993. The complete series should be read in publication order, beginning with Westward!, followed by Expedition!, and concluding with Outpost!. This Western historical fiction series offers a comprehensive narrative arc that unfolds across its three installments.
Start with Westward! and read in order.
Start this series with Westward!
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White Indian Series
Complete28 books (1979–1996)
The White Indian series consists of 28 historical fiction novels published between 1979 and 1996, following the saga across multiple generations and Native American nations. This completed series should be read in publication order, beginning with White Indian and continuing through all entries to experience the full narrative arc. The sprawling saga spans from the colonial era through the early American period, featuring protagonists of mixed heritage navigating life among various tribal communities including the Seneca, Cherokee, Choctaw, and Apache.
Start with White Indian, the first of 28 books in the White Indian series.
Start this series with White Indian
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Winning The West Series
Complete3 books (1986–1988)
Noel B. Gerson's Winning The West trilogy comprises three complete historical novels published between 1986 and 1988, exploring the American expansion westward through interconnected narratives. The series follows publication order, beginning with Rio Grande, continuing through Fort Laramie, and concluding with Union Pacific. Each book stands as part of a larger chronicle documenting pivotal moments and locations in America's westward settlement and development.
Start with Rio Grande and read in order.
Start this series with Rio Grande
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Noel B. Gerson written?
- Noel B. Gerson has written 213 books across 11 series. Their published works span from 1951 to 2023.
- What is the first book in each Noel B. Gerson series?
- Here are the first books in Noel B. Gerson's series: American Indians: Apache War Cry(As:Donald Clayton Porter); Anthologies: The Oxford Children's Book of Famous People; Non-Fiction: Nathan Hale: Espionage Agent; The Age of Sail: Log of the Centurion(By: Leo Heaps); The Holts: An American Dynasty: The Oregon Legacy.
- What order should I read Noel B. Gerson's books?
- We recommend reading Noel B. Gerson's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Noel B. Gerson's series complete?
- Noel B. Gerson has 9 completed series.