Robert Peary published 3 non-fiction books and 3 other books, beginning with Northward Over the "great Ice" (1898). The best-known is The North Pole (1910).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Robert Peary
Non-fiction in order
Northward Over the "great Ice" (1898)
The North Pole (1910)
Secrets of Polar Travel (1917)
Other books in order
Snowland Folk (1900)
Nearest the Pole (1907)
Man Against Nature (1954)
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About Robert Peary
Robert Edwin Peary was an American explorer and officer in the United States Navy who made several expeditions to the Arctic in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was long credited as being the discoverer of the geographic North Pole in April 1909, having led the first expedition to have claimed this achievement, although it is now considered unlikely that he actually reached the Pole.
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Robert Peary FAQ
- How many books has Robert Peary written?
- Robert Peary published 3 non-fiction books and 3 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Robert Peary's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The North Pole.
- What is Robert Peary's last book?
- Secrets of Polar Travel (1917).
- What is Robert Peary's most famous book?
- The North Pole (1910) is Robert Peary's most widely read book.
- Can I read Robert Peary's books for free?
- Yes. 4 books by Robert Peary 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.