Fridtjof Nansen published 5 non-fiction books and 3 other books, beginning with The First Crossing of Greenland (1890). The best-known is Farthest North (1897).
Updated September 2026
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Farthest North
Fridtjof Nansen's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
The First Crossing of Greenland (1890)
Farthest North (1897)
In Northern Mists (1911)
Through Siberia, the Land of the Future (1914)
Armenia and the Near East (1928)
Other books in order
Eskimo Life (1891)
In Nacht Und Eis (1897)
Northern Waters (1906)
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About Fridtjof Nansen
Fridtjof Wedel-Jarlsberg Nansen was a Norwegian polymath and Nobel Peace Prize laureate. He gained prominence at various points in his life as an explorer, a scientist, a diplomat, a humanitarian, and the co-founder of the Fatherland League.
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Fridtjof Nansen FAQ
- How many books has Fridtjof Nansen written?
- Fridtjof Nansen published 5 non-fiction books and 3 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Fridtjof Nansen's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Farthest North.
- What is Fridtjof Nansen's last book?
- Armenia and the Near East (1928).
- What is Fridtjof Nansen's most famous book?
- Farthest North (1897) is Fridtjof Nansen's most widely read book.
- Can I read Fridtjof Nansen's books for free?
- Yes. 4 books by Fridtjof Nansen 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.