Roald Amundsen published 1 novel, 1 non-fiction book and 3 other books, beginning with The North West Passage (1907).
Updated September 2026
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The North West Passage
Roald Amundsen's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
Die Nordwest-Passage (1908)
Non-fiction in order
Roald Amundsen (1927)
Other books in order
The North West Passage (1907)
The South Pole (1912)
Man Against Nature (1954)
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About Roald Amundsen
Roald Engelbregt Gravning Amundsen was a Norwegian explorer of polar regions. He was a key figure of the period known as the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration.
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Roald Amundsen FAQ
- How many books has Roald Amundsen written?
- Roald Amundsen published 1 novel, 1 non-fiction book and 3 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Roald Amundsen's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The North West Passage.
- What is Roald Amundsen's last book?
- Roald Amundsen (1927).
- What is Roald Amundsen's most famous book?
- The North West Passage (1907) is Roald Amundsen's most widely read book.
- Can I read Roald Amundsen's books for free?
- Yes. 2 books by Roald Amundsen 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.