Joel Asaph Allen books in order
American zoologist and ornithologist
- Lived
- 1838–1921
- Country
- United States
- Books
- 2
Joel Asaph Allen published 2 books, beginning with History of North American Pinnipeds (1880).
Updated September 2026
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History of North American Pinnipeds
Joel Asaph Allen's most-read book.
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History of North American Pinnipeds (1880)
Autobiographical Notes and a Bibliography of the Scientific Publications of Joel Asaph Allen (1916)
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About Joel Asaph Allen
Joel Asaph Allen was an American zoologist, mammalogist, and ornithologist. He became the first president of the American Ornithologists' Union, the first curator of birds and mammals at the American Museum of Natural History, and the first head of that museum's Department of Ornithology. He is remembered for Allen's rule, which states that the bodies of endotherms vary in shape with climate, having increased surface area in hot climates to lose heat, and minimized surface area in cold climates, to conserve heat.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Joel Asaph Allen FAQ
- How many books has Joel Asaph Allen written?
- Joel Asaph Allen published 2 books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Joel Asaph Allen's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with History of North American Pinnipeds.
- What is Joel Asaph Allen's last book?
- Autobiographical Notes and a Bibliography of the Scientific Publications of Joel Asaph Allen (1916).
- What is Joel Asaph Allen's most famous book?
- History of North American Pinnipeds (1880) is Joel Asaph Allen's most widely read book.
- Can I read Joel Asaph Allen's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by Joel Asaph Allen 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.