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Edward Bellamy books in order

American author and socialist

Lived
1850–1898
Country
United States
Books
7

Edward Bellamy published 5 novels, 1 novella and 1 short story collection, beginning with Looking Backward (1888).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Edward Bellamy

Standalone novels in order

  1. Miss Ludington's Sister (1884)

    260 pages

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  2. Looking Backward (1888)

    276 pages

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  3. Equality (1897)

    412 pages

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  4. The Duke of Stockbridge (1900)

    371 pages

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  5. Talks on Nationalism (1938)

    191 pages

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Novellas in order

  1. Dr. Heidenhoff's Process (1880)

    140 pages

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Short story collections in order

  1. The Blindman's World (1898)

    415 pages

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About Edward Bellamy

Edward Bellamy was an American author, journalist, and political activist most famous for his utopian novel Looking Backward. Bellamy's vision of a harmonious future world inspired the formation of numerous "Nationalist Clubs" dedicated to the propagation of state ownership of the main pillars of the economy, achieved through nationalization.

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

Edward Bellamy FAQ

How many books has Edward Bellamy written?
Edward Bellamy published 5 novels, 1 novella and 1 short story collection that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Edward Bellamy's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Looking Backward.
What is Edward Bellamy's last book?
The Duke of Stockbridge (1900).
What is Edward Bellamy's most famous book?
Looking Backward (1888) is Edward Bellamy's most widely read book.
Can I read Edward Bellamy's books for free?
Yes. 21 books by Edward Bellamy are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.

Authors like Edward Bellamy

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