Julia Ward Howe published 1 novel, 5 non-fiction books, 2 poetry collections and 1 other book, beginning with Passion-flowers (1854). The best-known is Words for the Hour (1857).
Updated September 2026
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Words for the Hour
Julia Ward Howe's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
The Hermaphrodite (2004)
Non-fiction in order
A Trip to Cuba (1860)
Sex and Education (1874)
Reminiscences, 1819-1899 (1899)
Julia Ward Howe and the Woman Suffrage Movement (1913)
Poetry in order
Passion-flowers (1854)
Words for the Hour (1857)
Other books in order
Is Polite Society Polite? (1895)
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About Julia Ward Howe
Julia Ward Howe was an American author and poet, known for writing the "Battle Hymn of the Republic" as new lyrics to the song "John Brown's Body," and the original 1870 pacifist Mothers' Day Proclamation. She was also an advocate for abolitionism and a social activist, particularly for women's suffrage.
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Julia Ward Howe FAQ
- How many books has Julia Ward Howe written?
- Julia Ward Howe published 1 novel, 5 non-fiction books, 2 poetry collections and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Julia Ward Howe's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Words for the Hour.
- What is Julia Ward Howe's last book?
- Reminiscences, 1819-1899 (1899).
- What is Julia Ward Howe's most famous book?
- Words for the Hour (1857) is Julia Ward Howe's most widely read book.
- Can I read Julia Ward Howe's books for free?
- Yes. 6 books by Julia Ward Howe 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.