Anna Leonowens published 1 novel, 3 non-fiction books and 1 other book, beginning with The English Governess at the Siamese Court (1870). The best-known is The Romance Of The Harem (1873).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Anna Leonowens
Standalone novels in order
The Romance Of The Harem (1873)
Non-fiction in order
Life And Travel In India (1884)
Siamese Harem Life (1952)
Other books in order
The Art Movement in America (1887)
About Anna Leonowens
Anna Harriette Leonowens was an Anglo-Indian or Indian-born British travel writer, educator, and social activist.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Anna Leonowens FAQ
- How many books has Anna Leonowens written?
- Anna Leonowens published 1 novel, 3 non-fiction books and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Anna Leonowens's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Romance Of The Harem.
- What is Anna Leonowens's last book?
- Life And Travel In India (1884).
- What is Anna Leonowens's most famous book?
- The Romance Of The Harem (1873) is Anna Leonowens's most widely read book.
- Can I read Anna Leonowens's books for free?
- Yes. 3 books by Anna Leonowens 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.