James Murray books in order
British lexicographer and philologist, primary editor of the Oxford English Dictionary
- Lived
- 1837–1915
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Books
- 4
James Murray published 1 novel and 3 other books, beginning with A New English Dictionary on Historical Principles (1888). The best-known is The Evolution of English Lexicography (1900).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with James Murray
Standalone novels in order
Oxford English Dictionary (1989)
Other books in order
A New English Dictionary on Historical Principles (1888)
The Shorter Oxford English Dictionary on Historical Principles (1933)
About James Murray
Sir James Augustus Henry Murray, FBA was a British lexicographer and philologist. He was the primary editor of the Oxford English Dictionary (OED) from 1879 until his death.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
James Murray FAQ
- How many books has James Murray written?
- James Murray published 1 novel and 3 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read James Murray's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Evolution of English Lexicography.
- What is James Murray's last book?
- The Evolution of English Lexicography (1900).
- What is James Murray's most famous book?
- The Evolution of English Lexicography (1900) is James Murray's most widely read book.
- Can I read James Murray's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by James Murray is in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.