William Walker books in order
American filibuster, physician, lawyer, journalist and mercenary
- Lived
- 1824–1860
- Country
- United States
- Books
- 1
William Walker published 1 non-fiction book, beginning with The War in Nicaragua (1860).
Updated September 2026
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The War in Nicaragua
William Walker's most-read book.
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The War in Nicaragua (1860)
About William Walker
William Walker was an American journalist and mercenary. In the era of the expansion of the United States, driven by the doctrine of manifest destiny, Walker organized unauthorized military expeditions into Mexico and Central America with the intention of establishing colonies. Such an enterprise was known at the time as "filibustering".
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
William Walker FAQ
- How many books has William Walker written?
- William Walker published 1 non-fiction book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read William Walker's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The War in Nicaragua.
- What is William Walker's last book?
- The War in Nicaragua (1860).
- What is William Walker's most famous book?
- The War in Nicaragua (1860) is William Walker's most widely read book.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.