Adam Ferguson books in order
Scottish philosopher and historian;
- Lived
- 1723–1816
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Books
- 9
Adam Ferguson published 8 non-fiction books and 1 other book, beginning with Reflections Previous to the Establishment of a Militia (1756). The best-known is An Essay on the History of Civil Society (1767).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Adam Ferguson
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An Essay on the History of Civil Society
Adam Ferguson's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
Reflections Previous to the Establishment of a Militia (1756)
The Morality of Stage-plays Seriously Considered (1757)
The History of the Proceedings in the Case of Margaret (1761)
An Essay on the History of Civil Society (1767)
Remarks on a Pamphlet Lately Published by Dr. Price (1776)
Remarks on Dr. Price's Observations on the Nature of Civil Liberty, &c (1776)
The History of the Progress and Termination of the Roman Republic (1783)
An Essay on the History of the Civil Society (1819)
Other books in order
Institutes of Moral Philosophy (1769)
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About Adam Ferguson
Adam Ferguson, also known as Ferguson of Raith, was a Scottish philosopher and historian of the Scottish Enlightenment.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Adam Ferguson FAQ
- How many books has Adam Ferguson written?
- Adam Ferguson published 8 non-fiction books and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Adam Ferguson's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with An Essay on the History of Civil Society.
- What is Adam Ferguson's last book?
- The History of the Progress and Termination of the Roman Republic (1783).
- What is Adam Ferguson's most famous book?
- An Essay on the History of Civil Society (1767) is Adam Ferguson's most widely read book.
- Can I read Adam Ferguson's books for free?
- Yes. 2 books by Adam Ferguson are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.