William Beebe published 2 novels, 6 non-fiction books and 1 other book, beginning with The Bird, Its Form and Function (1906). The best-known is Beneath Tropic Seas (1928).
Updated September 2026
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Beneath Tropic Seas
William Beebe's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
The Bird, Its Form and Function (1906)
Half Mile Down (1934)
Non-fiction in order
The Log of the Sun (1906)
Jungle Peace (1918)
Edge of the Jungle (1921)
The Arcturus Adventure (1926)
Beneath Tropic Seas (1928)
Galápagos, World's End (1988)
Other books in order
Jungle Days. -- (1925)
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About William Beebe
Charles William Beebe was an American naturalist, ornithologist, marine biologist, entomologist, explorer, and writer. He is remembered for the numerous expeditions he conducted for the New York Zoological Society, such as the Arcturus mission, his deep dives in the Bathysphere, and his prolific scientific writing for academic and popular audiences.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
William Beebe FAQ
- How many books has William Beebe written?
- William Beebe published 2 novels, 6 non-fiction books and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read William Beebe's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Beneath Tropic Seas.
- What is William Beebe's last book?
- Half Mile Down (1934).
- What is William Beebe's most famous book?
- Beneath Tropic Seas (1928) is William Beebe's most widely read book.
- Can I read William Beebe's books for free?
- Yes. 6 books by William Beebe 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.