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Steven Pressfield

Steven Pressfield Reading Order

2 series · 23 books · Born 1943

Historical FictionNon-Fiction

Steven Pressfield is a bestselling author whose work spans historical fiction and practical non-fiction, drawing heavily on his background as a Marine Corps officer. His novels bring ancient battlefields and historical figures to vivid life, examining themes of courage, discipline, and the human cost of war, while his non-fiction works explore the psychology of creative work and professional excellence. With books published from 1995 through the present day, Pressfield has become known for his meticulous research and philosophical approach to storytelling about warriors, athletes, and artists confronting their greatest challenges.

Non-Fiction Series

Likely Complete

11 books (2002–2022)

Start with The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles, the first of 11 books in the Non-Fiction series.

Start this series with The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles

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The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles
2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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3
The Warrior Ethos
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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Turning Pro: Tap Your Inner Power and Create Your Life's Work
2012Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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The Authentic Swing
2013Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
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The Lion's Gate
2014Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
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An American Jew
2015Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
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Nobody Wants to Read Your Sh*t: Why That Is and What You Can Do About It
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
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The Artist's Journey: The Wake of the Hero's Journey and the Lifelong Pursuit of Meaning
2018Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
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Put Your Ass Where Your Heart Wants to Be
2022Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Standalone Novels Series

Ongoing

12 books (1995–2026)

Start with The Legend of Bagger Vance, the first of 12 books in the Standalone Novels series.

Start this series with The Legend of Bagger Vance

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The Legend of Bagger Vance
1995Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
2
Gates of Fire
1998Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
3
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Tides of War
2000Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
4
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Last of the Amazons
2002Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
5
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The Virtues of War
2004Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
6
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The Afghan Campaign
2006Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
7
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Killing Rommel
2008Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
8
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The Profession
2011Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
9
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The Knowledge
2016Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
10
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36 Righteous Men
2019Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
11
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A Man at Arms
2021Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible
12
The Arcadian
2026Buy 🇺🇸🎧 Audible

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Steven Pressfield written?
Steven Pressfield has written 23 books across 2 series. Their published works span from 1995 to 2026.
What is the first book in each Steven Pressfield series?
Here are the first books in Steven Pressfield's series: Non-Fiction: The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles.
What order should I read Steven Pressfield's books?
We recommend reading Steven Pressfield's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Is Steven Pressfield still writing new books?
Yes, Steven Pressfield has 1 ongoing series: Standalone Novels.

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