Portrait of Alvin Toffler

Alvin Toffler books in order

American writer, futurist and businessman

Lived
1928–2016
Country
United States
Books
13

Alvin Toffler published 12 non-fiction books and 1 other book, beginning with Future Shock (1970).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Alvin Toffler

Non-fiction in order

  1. The Schoolhouse in the City (1968)

    274 pages

  2. Future Shock (1970)

    561 pages★ 3.2 (5 ratings)

  3. The Futurists (1972)

    321 pages

  4. Learning for Tomorrow (1974)

    421 pages

  5. The Eco-spasm Report (1975)

    116 pages

  6. The Third Wave (1979)

    537 pages

  7. Previews & Premises (1983)

    230 pages

  8. The Adaptive Corporation (1985)

    217 pages

  9. Powershift (1990)

    585 pages

  10. War and Anti-war (1993)

    368 pages

  11. Creating a New Civilization (1994)

    105 pages

  12. Revolutionary Wealth (2006)

    492 pages

Other books in order

  1. The Culture Consumers (1964)

    263 pages

About Alvin Toffler

Alvin Eugene Toffler was an American writer, futurist, and businessman known for his works discussing modern technologies, including the digital revolution and the communication revolution, with emphasis on their effects on cultures worldwide. He is regarded as one of the world's outstanding futurists.

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

Alvin Toffler FAQ

How many books has Alvin Toffler written?
Alvin Toffler published 12 non-fiction books and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Alvin Toffler's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Future Shock.
What is Alvin Toffler's last book?
Revolutionary Wealth (2006).
What is Alvin Toffler's most famous book?
Future Shock (1970) is Alvin Toffler's most widely read book.

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