Portrait of Norman Angell

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

  1. Europe's Optical Illusion (1909)

    126 pages

Non-fiction in order

  1. The Fruits of Victory (1921)

    338 pages

  2. The Press and the Organisation of Society (1922)

    123 pages

  3. The Story of Money (1929)

    411 pages

Other books in order

  1. The Great Illusion (1909)

    336 pages

  2. Why Freedom Matters (1910)

    60 pages

  3. Arms and Industry (1914)

    248 pages

  4. Prussianism and Its Destruction (1914)

    240 pages

  5. The Dangers of Half-preparedness (1916)

    129 pages

  6. From Chaos To Control (1933)

    217 pages

  7. Preface to Peace (1935)

    312 pages

  8. The Defence of the Empire (1937)

    244 pages

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About 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.