Thomas Nast books in order
American cartoonist
- Lived
- 1840–1902
- Country
- Kingdom of Bavaria
- Books
- 4
Thomas Nast published 1 poetry collection and 3 other books, beginning with Christmas Drawings for the Human Race (1890).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Thomas Nast

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Christmas Drawings for the Human Race
Thomas Nast's most-read book.
Poetry in order
Christmas Poems and Pictures (1866)
Other books in order

The Fat Boy (1869)

Illustrated Almanac (1871)

Christmas Drawings for the Human Race (1890)
About Thomas Nast
Thomas Nast was a German-born American caricaturist and editorial cartoonist often considered to be the "Father of the American Cartoon".
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Thomas Nast FAQ
- How many books has Thomas Nast written?
- Thomas Nast published 1 poetry collection and 3 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Thomas Nast's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Christmas Drawings for the Human Race.
- What is Thomas Nast's last book?
- Christmas Drawings for the Human Race (1890).
- What is Thomas Nast's most famous book?
- Christmas Drawings for the Human Race (1890) is Thomas Nast's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.