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Portrait of Frances Ellen Watkins Harper

Frances Ellen Watkins Harper books in order

American writer

Lived
1825–1911
Country
United States
Books
4

Frances Ellen Watkins Harper published 1 novel and 3 poetry collections, beginning with Poems (1854). The best-known is Iola Leroy (1892).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Frances Ellen Watkins Harper

Standalone novels in order

  1. Iola Leroy (1892)

    228 pages

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Poetry in order

  1. Poems (1854)

    68 pages

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  2. Idylls of the Bible (1900)

    64 pages

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  3. The Poetry of the Negro, 1746-1949 (1949)

    645 pages

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About Frances Ellen Watkins Harper

Frances Ellen Watkins Harper was an American abolitionist, suffragist, poet, temperance activist, teacher, public speaker, and writer. Beginning in 1845, she was one of the first African American women to be published in the United States.

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Frances Ellen Watkins Harper FAQ

How many books has Frances Ellen Watkins Harper written?
Frances Ellen Watkins Harper published 1 novel and 3 poetry collections that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Frances Ellen Watkins Harper's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Iola Leroy.
What is Frances Ellen Watkins Harper's last book?
Iola Leroy (1892).
What is Frances Ellen Watkins Harper's most famous book?
Iola Leroy (1892) is Frances Ellen Watkins Harper's most widely read book.
Can I read Frances Ellen Watkins Harper's books for free?
Yes. 8 books by Frances Ellen Watkins Harper 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.