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Discover the complete Louis LAmour books in order checklist, featuring all 105 novels and 17 short story collections. From Sackett to Hopalong Cassidy, explore the iconic Western authors works in chronological order, including solo novels, series, and omnibus editions, and dive into the world of classic American literature.
If you're a fan of Louis L'Amour, you're in luck! With over 100 books to his name, L'Amour has left an indelible mark on the world of Western fiction. But with so many titles to choose from, it can be daunting to know where to start. That's why we've put together this comprehensive checklist of Louis L'Amour books in order.
Early Works (1930s-1940s)
L'Amour's early writing career was marked by a series of short stories and novels that would lay the groundwork for his later success. Some notable early works include:
- The Man from the Broken Hills (1935)
- The Riders of the High Country (1936)
- The Trail to Crazy Man (1937)
The Sackett Series (1960s-1980s)
The Sackett series is perhaps L'Amour's most beloved and enduring series. Spanning multiple generations of the Sackett family, these novels follow the fortunes and misfortunes of this iconic American family.
- The Daybreakers (1960)
- Sackett (1961)
- Ride the Dark Trail (1962)
- The Sackett Brand (1965)
- The Sky-Liners (1967)
- The Lonely Men (1969)
- Mustang Man (1966)
- Galloway (1970)
The Hopalong Cassidy Series (1950s-1960s)
L'Amour's Hopalong Cassidy series is based on the classic character created by Clarence E. Mulford. These novels follow the adventures of the iconic cowboy and his friends.
- Hopalong Cassidy (1954)
- The Rustlers of West Fork (1955)
- The Trail to Seven Pines (1956)
- Hopalong Cassidy's Protégé (1957)
- The Riders of High Rock (1958)
Chick Bowdrie Series (1950s-1960s)
The Chick Bowdrie series follows the adventures of this iconic Texas Ranger.
- The Riders of the High Country (1955)
- The Trail to Crazy Man (1956)
- The Riders of the High Rock (1958)
- The Collected Short Stories of Louis L'Amour, Volume 2 (1963)
Talon and Chisum Series (1960s-1970s)
The Talon and Chisum series follows the adventures of two brothers in the post-Civil War era.
- Talon and Chisum (1963)
- North to the Rails (1968)
Stand-alone Novels (1940s-1980s)
L'Amour also wrote a number of stand-alone novels, including:
- The Walking Drum (1984)
- Jubal Sackett (1985)
- Last of the Breed (1986)
- The Lonesome Gods (1983)
- The Haunted Mesa (1987)
Gallery of Louis L'Amour Books
Louis L'Amour Books Gallery
We hope this checklist has been helpful in navigating the vast and wonderful world of Louis L'Amour books. Whether you're a seasoned fan or just starting out, there's something for everyone in L'Amour's incredible bibliography. So why not start your next reading adventure today?