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Amos Oz

Bestselling Author • 4 Series • 36 Books

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🎯 Where Should I Start?

Best Starting Point
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Start with: Elsewhere, Perhaps (1966)
Popular Choice
Publication Order of Collections
Start with: Where the Jackals Howl (1965)
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Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
Start with: In the Land of Israel (1982)

About Amos Oz

Amos OZ is a bestselling literary fiction author from Israel that has been writing since 1966. The author was born to a family of teachers and scholars in 1939 and has said some of his family were militant Zionists who came to Israel from Poland and Russia in the early 1930s. As a fifteen-year-old in 1954, Amos Oz became a rebellious teenager and left Jerusalem, to work and live a the Hulda Kibbutz. It was at the kibbutz that he would finally complete his high school education. After graduating from high school, he did his Army service leaving in 1961 before going back to the kibbutz to work in the cotton fields. During his early twenties, he published some of his works in “Keshet” the literary quarterly. In 1970, Amos Oz worked at St, Cross Colege, Oxford as a visiting fellow. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, Amos Oz has since expanded their repertoire to include numerous successful works across various genres. Their writing style, characterized by compelling narratives and memorable characters, has earned them a dedicated global readership with millions of fans worldwide.

📚 All Book Series by Amos Oz

Publication Order of Standalone Novels
17 books 1966–2014
1

Elsewhere, Perhaps

Elsewhere, Perhaps continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Amos Oz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1966
2

My Michael

My Michael is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Amos Oz have come to expect.

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1968
3

Touch the Water, Touch the Wind

Touch the Water, Touch the Wind is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Amos Oz have come to expect.

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1974
4

Soumchi

Soumchi is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Amos Oz have come to expect.

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1980
5

A Perfect Peace

A Perfect Peace is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Amos Oz have come to expect.

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1982
6

Black Box

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Black Box, another outstanding contribution from Amos Oz.

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1986
7

To Know a Woman

To Know a Woman continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Amos Oz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1989
8

Fima

Fima is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Amos Oz have come to expect.

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1991
9

Under This Blazing Light

Under This Blazing Light continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Amos Oz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1995
10

Don't Call It Night

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Don't Call It Night, another outstanding contribution from Amos Oz.

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1996
11

Panther in the Basement

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Panther in the Basement, another outstanding contribution from Amos Oz.

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1997
12

The Same Sea

The Same Sea continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Amos Oz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2001
13

A Tale of Love and Darkness

A Tale of Love and Darkness explores the depths of love and connection in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Amos Oz.

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2004
14

Rhyming Life and Death

A gripping mystery unfolds in Rhyming Life and Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series showcases Amos Oz's mastery of suspense.

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2009
15

Suddenly in the Depths of the Forest

Suddenly in the Depths of the Forest continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Amos Oz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2010
16

Between Friends

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Standalone Novels with Between Friends, another outstanding contribution from Amos Oz.

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2013
17

Judas

Judas continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels story arc with Amos Oz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2014
Publication Order of Collections
5 books 1965–2011
1

Where the Jackals Howl

Where the Jackals Howl is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Amos Oz have come to expect.

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1965
2

Unto Death

A gripping mystery unfolds in Unto Death as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Collections series showcases Amos Oz's mastery of suspense.

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1969
3

The Hill of Evil Counsel

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Collections with The Hill of Evil Counsel, another outstanding contribution from Amos Oz.

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1976
4

The Amos Oz Reader

The Amos Oz Reader continues the Publication Order of Collections story arc with Amos Oz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2009
5

Scenes from Village Life

Scenes from Village Life is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Amos Oz have come to expect.

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2011
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
11 books 1982–2022
1

In the Land of Israel

In the Land of Israel continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Amos Oz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1982
2

Israeli Literature

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Israeli Literature, another outstanding contribution from Amos Oz.

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1985
3

The Slopes Of Lebanon

The Slopes Of Lebanon is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Amos Oz have come to expect.

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1987
4

The Silence of Heaven: Agnon's Fear of God

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with The Silence of Heaven: Agnon's Fear of God, another outstanding contribution from Amos Oz.

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1993
5

The Tanner Lectures on Human Values

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with The Tanner Lectures on Human Values, another outstanding contribution from Amos Oz.

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1994
6

Israel, Palestine and Peace

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books with Israel, Palestine and Peace, another outstanding contribution from Amos Oz.

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1995
7

The Story Begins: Essays on Literature

The Story Begins: Essays on Literature is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Amos Oz have come to expect.

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1996
8

How to Cure a Fanatic

How to Cure a Fanatic continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Amos Oz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2002
9

Help Us To Divorce

Help Us To Divorce is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Amos Oz have come to expect.

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2003
10

Dear Zealots

Dear Zealots is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Amos Oz have come to expect.

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2017
11

What Makes an Apple?

What Makes an Apple? continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Amos Oz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2022
Publication Order of Anthologies
3 books 1984–2004
1

Until Daybreak: Stories From The Kibbutz

Until Daybreak: Stories From The Kibbutz continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Amos Oz's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1984
2

Suitcase: A Journal of Transcultural Traffic, Volume 3

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with Suitcase: A Journal of Transcultural Traffic, Volume 3, another outstanding contribution from Amos Oz.

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1998
3

I Am Jewish

I Am Jewish is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Amos Oz have come to expect.

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2004

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Amos Oz?

Amos Oz is a bestselling author known for 4 book series containing over 36 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Collections, Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Amos Oz series to start with?

For readers new to Amos Oz's work, the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 17 books. Begin with Elsewhere, Perhaps to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Amos Oz written?

Amos Oz has written over 36 books across 4 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Amos Oz books in order?

Yes, reading Amos Oz's series in publication order is strongly recommended. Most series feature evolving character arcs, ongoing story threads, and references to earlier events that are most rewarding when experienced in sequence. Our complete reading order guides are listed above.

What genre does Amos Oz write in?

Amos Oz writes primarily in fiction. With 4 series across 36 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Amos Oz's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Amos Oz's books are part of ongoing series and deliver the most satisfying experience when read in order. However, several standalone novels and short story collections provide excellent entry points without requiring prior knowledge of other series.

What is Amos Oz's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Amos Oz's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series. The first book, Elsewhere, Perhaps, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.