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Gore Vidal

Bestselling Author • 12 Series • 171 Books

12
Series
171
Books
12
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Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
Start with: Rocking the Boat (1962)
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Publication Order of Peter Cutler Sargent II Books
Start with: Death in the Fifth Position (1952)
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Publication Order of Narratives of Empire Books
Start with: Washington, D.C. (1967)

About Gore Vidal

Gore Vidal was an American author who was best known for his political commentary and television appearances. Born in 1925, Vidal rarely had any kind words for his nation, often referring to the United States as a decadent empire ruled by a militaristic dictatorship. Vidal died in 2012 at the age of 86. +Biography Gore Vidal was born to Eugene Luther Vidal and Nina Gore at West Point in New York. He attended St. Albans Preparatory School. At birth, Gore was christened Eugene Louis Vidal. It wasn’t until he was baptized at the age of 13 at Albans that he got the name ‘Gore’. That was in 1939. Two years later the author became Gore Vidal, choosing to discard his other names because he believed an author needed something sharp and succinct for a name if people were to remember him. Rising to prominence with the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, Gore Vidal 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 Gore Vidal

Publication Order of Myra and Myron Books
2 books 1968–1974
1

Myra Breckinridge

Myra Breckinridge is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Myra and Myron Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1968
2

Myron

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1974
Publication Order of Peter Cutler Sargent II Books
3 books 1952–1954
1

Death in the Fifth Position

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1952
2

Death Before Bedtime

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1953
3

Death Likes It Hot

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1954
Publication Order of Narratives of Empire Books
7 books 1967–2000
1

Washington, D.C.

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1967
2

Burr

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1973
3

1876

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1976
4

Lincoln

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1984
5

Empire

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1987
6

Hollywood

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1989
7

The Golden Age

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2000
Chronological Order of Narratives of Empire Books
7 books 1973–2000
1

Burr

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1973
2

Lincoln

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1984
3

1876

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1976
4

Empire

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1987
5

Hollywood

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1989
6

Washington, D.C.

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1967
7

The Golden Age

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2000
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
17 books 1946–1998
1

Williwaw

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1946
2

In a Yellow Wood

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1947
3

The City and the Pillar & Seven Early Stories

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1948
4

The Season of Comfort

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1949
5

A Search for the King

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1950
6

Cry Shame!

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1950
7

Dark Green, Bright Red

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1950
8

The Judgment Of Paris

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1953
9

Messiah

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1954
10

Visit to a Small Planet and Other Television Plays

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1957
11

Julian

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1964
12

Two Sisters

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1970
13

Kalki

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1976
14

Creation

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1981
15

Duluth

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1983
16

Live from Golgotha

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1992
17

The Smithsonian Institution

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1998
Publication Order of Plays
3 books 1960–1979
1

The Best Man

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1960
2

An Evening with Richard Nixon

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1972
3

Gore Vidal's 'Caligula'

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1979
Publication Order of Short Story Collections
4 books 1956–2006
1

A Thirsty Evil

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1956
2

The Collected Mysteries of Edgar Box

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1978
3

The Essential Gore Vidal

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1999
4

Clouds and Eclipses

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2006
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
25 books 1962–2012
1

Rocking the Boat

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1962
2

Sex, Death, and Money

A gripping mystery unfolds in Sex, Death, and Money as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series showcases Gore Vidal's mastery of suspense.

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1968
3

Reflections Upon a Sinking Ship

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1969
4

Collected Essays

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1972
5

Homage to Daniel Shays

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1973
6

Matters of Fact and of Fiction

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1977
7

Views from a Window

Views from a Window is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1980
8

The Decline and Fall of the American Empire

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1981
9

The Second American Revolution and Other Essays, 1976-1982

The Second American Revolution and Other Essays, 1976-1982 is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1982
10

Vidal in Venice

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1985
11

Armageddon?

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1987
12

At Home

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1987
13

A View from the Diners Club

A View from the Diners Club continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1991
14

Screening History

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1992
15

United States 1952-1992

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1993
16

Palimpsest

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1995
17

Virgin Islands

Virgin Islands continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1998
18

Sexually Speaking

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1999
19

The Last Empire

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2001
20

Perpetual War for Perpetual Peace

Conflict and courage define Perpetual War for Perpetual Peace, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Gore Vidal that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2002
21

Point to Point Navigation

Point to Point Navigation is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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2006
22

Selected Essays

Selected Essays is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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2007
23

The Selected Essays of Gore Vidal

The Selected Essays of Gore Vidal is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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2007
24

Snapshots in History's Glare

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2009
25

I Told You So

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2012
Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books
97 books 1969–2023
1

Conversations with Jorge Luis Borges

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1969
2

Conversations with Czeslaw Milosz

Conversations with Czeslaw Milosz is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1981
3

Conversations with Graham Greene

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1983
4

Conversations with Eudora Welty

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1985
5

Conversations with Walker Percy

Conversations with Walker Percy continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1985
6

Conversations With Isaac Bashevis Singer

Conversations With Isaac Bashevis Singer is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1985
7

Conversations with William Styron

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1985
8

Conversations with Malcolm Cowley

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1986
9

Conversations with Lillian Hellman

Conversations with Lillian Hellman continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1986
10

Conversations with Tennessee Williams

Conversations with Tennessee Williams continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1986
11

Conversations with Ernest Hemingway

Conversations with Ernest Hemingway is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1986
12

Conversations with Katherine Anne Porter

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1987
13

Truman Capote: Conversations

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1987
14

Conversations with Flannery O'Connor

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1987
15

Conversations with Peter Taylor

Conversations with Peter Taylor is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1987
16

Conversations with Arthur Miller

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with Arthur Miller, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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1987
17

Conversations with Kurt Vonnegut

Conversations with Kurt Vonnegut continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1988
18

Conversations with Edward Albee

Conflict and courage define Conversations with Edward Albee, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series by Gore Vidal that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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1988
19

Conversations with Erskine Caldwell

Conversations with Erskine Caldwell is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1988
20

Conversations with Norman Mailer

Conversations with Norman Mailer is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1988
21

Conversations with Robert Graves

Conversations with Robert Graves is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1989
22

Conversations with Joyce Carol Oates

Conversations with Joyce Carol Oates is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1989
23

Conversations with Shelby Foote

Conversations with Shelby Foote is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1989
24

Conversations with Robertson Davies

Conversations with Robertson Davies continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1989
25

Conversations with James Baldwin

Conversations with James Baldwin continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1989
26

Conversations with John Gardner

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with John Gardner, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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1990
27

Conversations with Richard Wilbur

Conversations with Richard Wilbur continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1990
28

Conversations with Tom Wolfe

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with Tom Wolfe, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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1990
29

Conversations with Raymond Carver

Conversations with Raymond Carver continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1990
30

Conversations with Eugene O'Neill

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with Eugene O'Neill, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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1990
31

Conversations with Reynolds Price

Conversations with Reynolds Price continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1991
32

Conversations with Bernard Malamud

Conversations with Bernard Malamud is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1991
33

Conversations with Elizabeth Spencer

Conversations with Elizabeth Spencer is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1991
34

Conversations with Nikki Giovanni

Conversations with Nikki Giovanni continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1992
35

Conversations With Thornton Wilder

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations With Thornton Wilder, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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1992
36

Conversations with Robert Coles

Conversations with Robert Coles is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1992
37

Conversations with M. F. K. Fisher

Conversations with M. F. K. Fisher is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1992
38

More Conversations with Walker Percy

More Conversations with Walker Percy is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1993
39

Conversations with Richard Wright

Conversations with Richard Wright continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1993
40

Conversations with Paul Bowles

Conversations with Paul Bowles is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1993
41

Conversations with Louise Erdrich and Michael Dorris

Conversations with Louise Erdrich and Michael Dorris is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1994
42

Conversations with Amiri Baraka

Conversations with Amiri Baraka is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1994
43

Conversations with Toni Morrison

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with Toni Morrison, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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1994
44

Conversations with Saul Bellow

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with Saul Bellow, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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1994
45

Conversations with Henry Miller

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with Henry Miller, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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1994
46

Conversations With S.J. Perelman

Conversations With S.J. Perelman is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1995
47

Conversations with Ernest Gaines

Conversations with Ernest Gaines continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1995
48

Conversations with Ralph Ellison

Conversations with Ralph Ellison continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1995
49

Conversations with Chester Himes

Conversations with Chester Himes is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1995
50

Conversations with Susan Sontag

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with Susan Sontag, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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1995
51

Conversations with Ishmael Reed

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with Ishmael Reed, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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1995
52

Conversations with Derek Walcott

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with Derek Walcott, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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1996
53

More Conversations with Eudora Welty

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with More Conversations with Eudora Welty, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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1996
54

Conversations with Elizabeth Bishop

Conversations with Elizabeth Bishop is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1996
55

Conversations with Pauline Kael

Conversations with Pauline Kael continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1996
56

Conversations with V. S. Naipaul

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with V. S. Naipaul, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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1997
57

Conversations with N. Scott Momaday

Conversations with N. Scott Momaday is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1997
58

Conversations with Chinua Achebe

Conversations with Chinua Achebe is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1997
59

Conversations with Maxine Hong Kingston

Conversations with Maxine Hong Kingston continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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1998
60

Conversations with Denise Levertov

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with Denise Levertov, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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1998
61

Conversations With William Faulkner

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations With William Faulkner, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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1999
62

Conversations with E. L. Doctorow

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with E. L. Doctorow, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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1999
63

Conversations With John Fowles

Conversations With John Fowles is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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1999
64

Conversations with Salman Rushdie

Conversations with Salman Rushdie is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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2000
65

Conversations with William S. Burroughs

Conversations with William S. Burroughs is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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2000
66

Conversations with Leslie Marmon Silko

Conversations with Leslie Marmon Silko continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2000
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Conversations with Chaim Potok

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with Chaim Potok, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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2001
68

Conversations with Richard Ford

Conversations with Richard Ford is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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2001
69

Conversations with Christopher Isherwood

Conversations with Christopher Isherwood continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2001
70

Conversations with Mary Gordon

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with Mary Gordon, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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2002
71

Conversations with Jim Harrison

Conversations with Jim Harrison continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2002
72

Conversations with Clarence Major

Conversations with Clarence Major continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2002
73

Conversations with Margaret Walker

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with Margaret Walker, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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2002
74

Conversations with Erica Jong

Conversations with Erica Jong continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2002
75

Elie Wiesel: Conversations

Elie Wiesel: Conversations is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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2002
76

Joseph Brodsky: Conversations

Joseph Brodsky: Conversations continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2003
77

Conversations with Rita Dove

Conversations with Rita Dove is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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2003
78

Conversations with F. Scott Fitzgerald

Conversations with F. Scott Fitzgerald is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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2003
79

Conversations with Gwendolyn Brooks

Conversations with Gwendolyn Brooks continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2003
80

Conversations with Stanley Kaufmann

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with Stanley Kaufmann, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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2003
81

Conversations with Gloria Naylor

Conversations with Gloria Naylor continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2004
82

Conversations with Audre Lorde

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with Audre Lorde, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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2004
83

Conversations with Ray Bradbury

Conversations with Ray Bradbury is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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2004
84

Conversations With John le Carré

Conversations With John le Carré continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2004
85

Conversations with Isaac Asimov

Conversations with Isaac Asimov is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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2005
86

Conversations with Don DeLillo

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with Don DeLillo, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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2005
87

Conversations with Gore Vidal

Conversations with Gore Vidal continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2005
88

Conversations with Robert Penn Warren

Conflict and courage define Conversations with Robert Penn Warren, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series by Gore Vidal that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2005
89

Conversations with Jack Kerouac

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with Jack Kerouac, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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2005
90

Conversations with Gabriel García Márquez

Conversations with Gabriel García Márquez continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2005
91

Conversations with Thomas McGuane

Conversations with Thomas McGuane is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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2006
92

Conversations with Larry Brown

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books with Conversations with Larry Brown, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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2007
93

Conversations with Sonia Sanchez

Conversations with Sonia Sanchez continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2007
94

Conversations with Wendell Berry

Conversations with Wendell Berry continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2007
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Conversations with Leon Forrest

Conversations with Leon Forrest continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2007
96

Conversations with Kazuo Ishiguro

Conversations with Kazuo Ishiguro continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2008
97

Conversations with Jimmy Carter

Conversations with Jimmy Carter continues the Publication Order of Literary Conversations Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2023
Publication Order of Nation Books
2 books 2002–2004
1

Dreaming War

Conflict and courage define Dreaming War, an action-packed entry in the Publication Order of Nation Books series by Gore Vidal that puts the heroes through their toughest challenges yet.

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2002
2

Imperial America

Imperial America is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Nation Books series, delivering the tension and character depth that fans of Gore Vidal have come to expect.

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2004
Publication Order of Icons of America Books
1 books 2003–2003
1

Inventing a Nation

Inventing a Nation continues the Publication Order of Icons of America Books story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2003
Publication Order of Anthologies
3 books 1994–2015
1

Deadly Sins

A gripping mystery unfolds in Deadly Sins as the investigation takes deadly new turns. This installment of the Publication Order of Anthologies series showcases Gore Vidal's mastery of suspense.

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1994
2

First Words: Earliest Writing from Favorite Contemporary Authors

Readers dive deeper into the world of Publication Order of Anthologies with First Words: Earliest Writing from Favorite Contemporary Authors, another outstanding contribution from Gore Vidal.

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2009
3

Citing Atheists: Quotes of Agnosticism, Non-Theism, Skepticism, Irreligion, Free Thought, and Philosophy

Citing Atheists: Quotes of Agnosticism, Non-Theism, Skepticism, Irreligion, Free Thought, and Philosophy continues the Publication Order of Anthologies story arc with Gore Vidal's signature blend of plot twists and unforgettable characters.

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2015

? Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Gore Vidal?

Gore Vidal is a bestselling author known for 12 book series containing over 171 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Myra and Myron Books, Publication Order of Peter Cutler Sargent II Books, Publication Order of Narratives of Empire Books. Their work spans multiple genres and has captivated millions of readers worldwide.

What is the best Gore Vidal series to start with?

For readers new to Gore Vidal's work, the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series is the ideal entry point. It showcases the author's signature style and contains 25 books. Begin with Rocking the Boat to start from the very beginning.

How many books has Gore Vidal written?

Gore Vidal has written over 171 books across 12 series. This prolific output covers multiple genres, making them one of the most versatile authors in contemporary fiction.

Should I read Gore Vidal books in order?

Yes, reading Gore Vidal'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 Gore Vidal write in?

Gore Vidal writes primarily in fiction. With 12 series across 171 books, the author has explored a wide range of themes and storytelling approaches throughout their career.

Are Gore Vidal's books standalone or must they be read as a series?

Most of Gore Vidal'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 Gore Vidal's most popular book?

Based on reader reviews and sales data, Gore Vidal's most celebrated works come from the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series. The first book, Rocking the Boat, is widely considered the ideal starting point and consistently receives outstanding reader ratings.