Peter Atkins has published 2 non-fiction books and 2 other books, beginning with Soul Time (1999). The latest is Memory and Liturgy (2004).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Peter Atkins

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Soul Time
Peter Atkins's most-read book.

Newest
Memory and Liturgy
Published 2004.
Non-fiction in order

Exploring Luke's Gospel (2000)

Memory and Liturgy (2004)
Other books in order

Soul Time (1999)

Ascension Now (2001)
About Peter Atkins
Peter William Atkins is an English chemist and a Fellow of Lincoln College at the University of Oxford. He retired in 2007. He is a prolific writer of popular chemistry textbooks, including Physical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, and Molecular Quantum Mechanics. Atkins is also the author of a number of popular science books, including Atkins' Molecules, Galileo's Finger: The Ten Great Ideas of Science and On Being.
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Peter Atkins FAQ
- How many books has Peter Atkins written?
- Peter Atkins has published 2 non-fiction books and 2 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Peter Atkins's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Soul Time.
- What is Peter Atkins's latest book?
- Memory and Liturgy (2004).
- What is Peter Atkins's most famous book?
- Soul Time (1999) is Peter Atkins's most widely read book.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.