Balfour Stewart published 2 non-fiction books and 6 other books, beginning with An Elementary Treatise on Heat (1866). The best-known is The Unseen Universe (1875).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Balfour Stewart
Non-fiction in order
The Unseen Universe (1875)
Paradoxical Philosophy (1878)
Other books in order
An Elementary Treatise on Heat (1866)
Lessons in Elementary Physics (1870)
Physics (1872)
The Conservation of Energy (1873)
Lessons in Elementary Practical Physics (1885)
Practical Physics for Schools and the Junior Students of Colleges (1888)
About Balfour Stewart
Balfour Stewart was a Scottish physicist and meteorologist.
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Balfour Stewart FAQ
- How many books has Balfour Stewart written?
- Balfour Stewart published 2 non-fiction books and 6 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Balfour Stewart's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Unseen Universe.
- What is Balfour Stewart's last book?
- Paradoxical Philosophy (1878).
- What is Balfour Stewart's most famous book?
- The Unseen Universe (1875) is Balfour Stewart's most widely read book.
- Can I read Balfour Stewart's books for free?
- Yes. 2 books by Balfour Stewart 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.