William Cullen Bryant published 1 short story collection, 3 non-fiction books, 5 poetry collections and 1 other book, beginning with Poems (1832).
Updated September 2026
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Poems
William Cullen Bryant's most-read book.
Short story collections in order
Tales of Glauber-Spa (1832)
Non-fiction in order
Letters of a Traveller (1850)
Picturesque America (1872)
A Popular History of the United States (1876)
Poetry in order
Poems (1832)
Selections from the American Poets (1840)
The Odyssey of Homer (1871)
A New Library of Poetry and Song (1876)
Other books in order
The Iliad of Homer (1876)
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About William Cullen Bryant
William Cullen Bryant was an American romantic poet, journalist, and long-time editor of the New-York Evening Post. Born in Massachusetts, he started his career as a lawyer but showed an interest in poetry early in his life.
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William Cullen Bryant FAQ
- How many books has William Cullen Bryant written?
- William Cullen Bryant published 1 short story collection, 3 non-fiction books, 5 poetry collections and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read William Cullen Bryant's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Poems.
- What is William Cullen Bryant's last book?
- A Popular History of the United States (1876).
- What is William Cullen Bryant's most famous book?
- Poems (1832) is William Cullen Bryant's most widely read book.
- Can I read William Cullen Bryant's books for free?
- Yes. 5 books by William Cullen Bryant are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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