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
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Exploring the Dangerous Trades
Alice Hamilton's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order

Exploring the Dangerous Trades (1943)
Other books in order

Industrial Toxicology (1934)

Exploring the Dangerous Trades the Autobiography (2018)
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.