Portrait of William Luther Pierce

William Luther Pierce books in order

American neo-Nazi

Lived
1933–2002
Country
United States
Books
2
Also writes as
Andrew Macdonald

William Luther Pierce published 2 novels, beginning with The Turner Diaries (1978).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with William Luther Pierce

William Luther Pierce books in order of publication

  1. The Turner Diaries (1978)

    216 pages

  2. Hunter (1989)

    259 pages

About William Luther Pierce

William Luther Pierce III was an American neo-Nazi political activist. For more than 30 years, he was one of the highest-profile individuals of the white nationalist movement. A physicist by profession, he authored the novels The Turner Diaries and Hunter under the pen name Andrew Macdonald. The first novel inspired multiple terrorist attacks, including the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing. Pierce founded the white nationalist National Alliance, an organization which he led for almost 30 years.

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William Luther Pierce FAQ

How many books has William Luther Pierce written?
William Luther Pierce published 2 novels that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read William Luther Pierce's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Turner Diaries.
What is William Luther Pierce's last book?
Hunter (1989).
What is William Luther Pierce's most famous book?
The Turner Diaries (1978) is William Luther Pierce's most widely read book.
Does William Luther Pierce write under a pen name?
Yes: William Luther Pierce has also published as Andrew Macdonald.

Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.