James McNeill Whistler published 2 non-fiction books and 1 other book, beginning with "Ten O'clock" (1888). The best-known is The Gentle Art of Making Enemies (1890).
Updated September 2026
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James McNeill Whistler (1924)
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"Ten O'clock" (1888)
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About James McNeill Whistler
James Abbott McNeill Whistler was an American painter in oils and watercolor, and printmaker, based primarily in the United Kingdom. He eschewed sentimentality and moral allusion in painting and was a leading proponent of the credo "art for art's sake".
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James McNeill Whistler FAQ
- How many books has James McNeill Whistler written?
- James McNeill Whistler published 2 non-fiction books and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read James McNeill Whistler's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Gentle Art of Making Enemies.
- What is James McNeill Whistler's last book?
- The Gentle Art of Making Enemies (1890).
- What is James McNeill Whistler's most famous book?
- The Gentle Art of Making Enemies (1890) is James McNeill Whistler's most widely read book.
- Can I read James McNeill Whistler's books for free?
- Yes. 2 books by James McNeill Whistler are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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