Andrew Carnegie published 2 novels, 7 non-fiction books and 5 other books, beginning with The Empire of Business (1907).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Andrew Carnegie
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The Empire of Business
Andrew Carnegie's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
James Watt (1905)
Non-fiction in order
Triumphant Democracy (1886)
The Gospel of Wealth (1901)
A Rectorial Address Delivered to the Students in the University of St. Andrews, 22nd October, 1902 (1902)
The Empire of Business (1907)
The Negro in America (1907)
Problems of To-day, Wealth- Labor- Socialism (1908)
Other books in order
Round the World (1884)
The Reunion of Britain and America (1893)
A League of Peace (1906)
Problems of Today (1908)
Armaments and Their Results (1909)
About Andrew Carnegie
Andrew Carnegie was a Scottish-American industrialist and philanthropist. Carnegie led the expansion of the American steel industry in the late-19th century and became one of the richest Americans in history.
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Andrew Carnegie FAQ
- How many books has Andrew Carnegie written?
- Andrew Carnegie published 2 novels, 7 non-fiction books and 5 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Andrew Carnegie's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Empire of Business.
- What is Andrew Carnegie's last book?
- Autobiography of Andrew Carnegie (1920).
- What is Andrew Carnegie's most famous book?
- The Empire of Business (1907) is Andrew Carnegie's most widely read book.
- Can I read Andrew Carnegie's books for free?
- Yes. 4 books by Andrew Carnegie 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.