Timothy Garton Ash has published 7 non-fiction books, beginning with The Magic Lantern (1990). The latest is Free World (2004).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Timothy Garton Ash

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The Magic Lantern
Timothy Garton Ash's most-read book.

Newest
Free World
Published 2004.
Non-fiction in order

The Polish Revolution (1983)

The Uses of Adversity (1989)

The Magic Lantern (1990)

In Europe's Name (1993)

The File (1997)

History of the Present (1999)

Free World (2004)
About Timothy Garton Ash
Timothy Garton Ash is a British historian, author and commentator. He is Professor of European Studies emeritus at the University of Oxford and a Senior Fellow of Stanford University's Hoover Institution.
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Timothy Garton Ash FAQ
- How many books has Timothy Garton Ash written?
- Timothy Garton Ash has published 7 non-fiction books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Timothy Garton Ash's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Magic Lantern.
- What is Timothy Garton Ash's latest book?
- Free World (2004).
- What is Timothy Garton Ash's most famous book?
- The Magic Lantern (1990) is Timothy Garton Ash's most widely read book.
- Does Timothy Garton Ash write under a pen name?
- Yes: Timothy Garton Ash has also published as Edward Marston.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.