W. T. Stead published 4 non-fiction books and 2 other books, beginning with If Christ Came to Chicago (1894). The best-known is Dr. Barnardo, the Father of "nobody's Children" (1898).
Updated September 2026
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Dr. Barnardo, the Father of "nobody's Children"
W. T. Stead's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
If Christ Came to Chicago (1894)
Dr. Barnardo, the Father of "nobody's Children" (1898)
The United States of Europe on the Eve of the Parliament of Peace (1899)
Other books in order
The Welsh Revival (1905)
How I Know That the Dead Return (1909)
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About W. T. Stead
William Thomas Stead was an English newspaper editor who, as a pioneer of investigative journalism, became a controversial figure of the Victorian era. Stead published a series of hugely influential campaigns whilst editor of The Pall Mall Gazette, including his 1885 series of articles, The Maiden Tribute of Modern Babylon. These were written in support of a bill, later dubbed the "Stead Act", that raised the age of consent from 13 to 16.
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W. T. Stead FAQ
- How many books has W. T. Stead written?
- W. T. Stead published 4 non-fiction books and 2 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read W. T. Stead's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Dr. Barnardo, the Father of "nobody's Children".
- What is W. T. Stead's last book?
- The United States of Europe on the Eve of the Parliament of Peace (1899).
- What is W. T. Stead's most famous book?
- Dr. Barnardo, the Father of "nobody's Children" (1898) is W. T. Stead's most widely read book.
- Can I read W. T. Stead's books for free?
- Yes. 3 books by W. T. Stead 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.