Norman Angell books in order
English politician
- Lived
- 1872–1967
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Books
- 12
Norman Angell published 1 novella, 3 non-fiction books and 8 other books, beginning with Europe's Optical Illusion (1909). The best-known is The Great Illusion (1909).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Norman Angell
Novellas in order

Europe's Optical Illusion (1909)
Non-fiction in order

The Fruits of Victory (1921)

The Press and the Organisation of Society (1922)

The Story of Money (1929)
Other books in order

The Great Illusion (1909)
Why Freedom Matters (1910)

Arms and Industry (1914)
Prussianism and Its Destruction (1914)

The Dangers of Half-preparedness (1916)

From Chaos To Control (1933)

Preface to Peace (1935)

The Defence of the Empire (1937)
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All free classicsAbout Norman Angell
Sir Ralph Norman Angell was a lecturer, journalist, author and Member of Parliament for the Labour Party. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to promote peace, particularly through writings that argued that modern economic interdependence made war irrational and self-defeating.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Norman Angell FAQ
- How many books has Norman Angell written?
- Norman Angell published 1 novella, 3 non-fiction books and 8 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Norman Angell's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Great Illusion.
- What is Norman Angell's last book?
- The Story of Money (1929).
- What is Norman Angell's most famous book?
- The Great Illusion (1909) is Norman Angell's most widely read book.
- Can I read Norman Angell's books for free?
- Yes. 3 books by Norman Angell are 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.
