William Howard Russell published 3 non-fiction books and 1 other book, beginning with The War (1855). The best-known is My Diary North and South (1863).
Updated September 2026
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My Diary North and South
William Howard Russell's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
My Diary in India in the Year 1858-9 (1860)
My Diary North and South (1863)
My Indian Mutiny Diary (1957)
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The War (1855)
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About William Howard Russell
Sir William Howard Russell, was an Irish reporter with The Times, and is considered to have been one of the first modern war correspondents. He spent 22 months covering the Crimean War, including the Siege of Sevastopol and the Charge of the Light Brigade. He later covered events during the Indian Rebellion of 1857, the American Civil War, the Austro-Prussian War, and the Franco-Prussian War. His dispatches from Crimea to The Times are regarded as the world's first war correspondence.
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William Howard Russell FAQ
- How many books has William Howard Russell written?
- William Howard Russell published 3 non-fiction books and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read William Howard Russell's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with My Diary North and South.
- What is William Howard Russell's last book?
- My Diary North and South (1863).
- What is William Howard Russell's most famous book?
- My Diary North and South (1863) is William Howard Russell's most widely read book.
- Can I read William Howard Russell's books for free?
- Yes. 7 books by William Howard Russell 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.