
Charles Taze Russell books in order
Founder of the Bible Student movement
- Lived
- 1852–1916
- Country
- United States
- Books
- 3
Charles Taze Russell published 1 non-fiction book and 2 other books, beginning with The Time Is at Hand (1889). The best-known is Studies in the Scriptures (1912).
Updated September 2026
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Studies in the Scriptures
Charles Taze Russell's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order

Russell-White Debate (1908)
Other books in order

The Time Is at Hand (1889)

Studies in the Scriptures (1912)
About Charles Taze Russell
Charles Taze Russell, or Pastor Russell, was an American Adventist minister from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and founder of the Bible Student movement.
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Charles Taze Russell FAQ
- How many books has Charles Taze Russell written?
- Charles Taze Russell published 1 non-fiction book and 2 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Charles Taze Russell's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Studies in the Scriptures.
- What is Charles Taze Russell's last book?
- Russell-White Debate (1908).
- What is Charles Taze Russell's most famous book?
- Studies in the Scriptures (1912) is Charles Taze Russell's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.