Portrait of Alice Hamilton

Alice Hamilton books in order

American physician and toxicologist

Lived
1869–1970
Country
United States
Books
3

Alice Hamilton published 1 non-fiction book and 2 other books, beginning with Industrial Toxicology (1934). The best-known is Exploring the Dangerous Trades (1943).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Alice Hamilton

Non-fiction in order

  1. Exploring the Dangerous Trades (1943)

    433 pages

Other books in order

  1. Industrial Toxicology (1934)

    463 pages

  2. Exploring the Dangerous Trades the Autobiography (2018)

    468 pages

About Alice Hamilton

Alice Hamilton was an American physician, research scientist, and author. She was a leading expert in the field of occupational health, laid the foundation for health and safety protections, and a pioneer in the field of industrial toxicology. She led efforts to reduce lead poisoning.

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Alice Hamilton FAQ

How many books has Alice Hamilton written?
Alice Hamilton published 1 non-fiction book and 2 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Alice Hamilton's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Exploring the Dangerous Trades.
What is Alice Hamilton's last book?
Exploring the Dangerous Trades (1943).
What is Alice Hamilton's most famous book?
Exploring the Dangerous Trades (1943) is Alice Hamilton's most widely read book.

Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.