Gilbert White published 3 non-fiction books and 1 children's book, beginning with The Natural History and Antiquities of Selborne (1789).
Updated September 2026
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The Natural History and Antiquities of Selborne
Gilbert White's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
The Works, in Natural History, of the Late Gilbert White (1802)
Natural History of Selbourne (1825)
Children's books in order
The Natural History and Antiquities of Selborne (1789)
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About Gilbert White
Gilbert White was a "parson-naturalist", a pioneering English naturalist, ecologist, and ornithologist. He is best known for his Natural History and Antiquities of Selborne.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Gilbert White FAQ
- How many books has Gilbert White written?
- Gilbert White published 3 non-fiction books and 1 children's book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Gilbert White's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Natural History and Antiquities of Selborne.
- What is Gilbert White's last book?
- The Natural History and Antiquities of Selborne (1789).
- What is Gilbert White's most famous book?
- The Natural History and Antiquities of Selborne (1789) is Gilbert White's most widely read book.
- Can I read Gilbert White's books for free?
- Yes. 3 books by Gilbert White 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.