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ⓘ About James Stavridis
About James Stavridis James G. Stavridis, known to many as Admiral Jim Stavridis, USN (Ret.), is a prominent figure in the world of military thrillers and historical novels. With a career spanning over three decades in the U.S. Navy, he reached the esteemed position of a four-star admiral. His extensive experience provides a solid foundation for his writing, allowing him to create captivating military tales that draw readers in. His works are well-regarded for their authenticity and often include intricate details only someone with his background could bring to the page. Admiral Stavridis excels in creating rich and engaging characters that capture the reader’s imagination. His protagonists often embody strong, complex personalities, reflecting the depth of real-world figures.
All Book Series by James Stavridis
2084
Latest in the series · book 4 of 4 · published 2026 Co-authored · Elliot Ackerman
Watch Officer's Guide, Fifteenth Edition
Series opener · book 1 of 10 · published 1992 Co-authored · Robert P. Girrier
The Leader's Bookshelf
Book 5 of 10 · published 2017 Co-authored · R. Manning Ancell
The Sailor's Bookshelf
Latest in the series · book 10 of 10 · published 2021
The Bluejacket's Manual
Series opener · book 1 of 15 · published 1902 Anthology · Thomas J. Cutler
Division Officer's Guide, 12th Edition
Book 2 of 15 · published 1972 Co-authored · Robert P. Girrier,Jeffrey L Heames,Thomas Michael Ogden USN
Command at Sea
Book 3 of 15 · published 1998 Co-authored · Robert P. Girrier,Frederick W. Kacher
Dutton's Nautical Navigation
Book 4 of 15 · published 2003 Anthology · Thomas J. Cutler
A Sailor's History of the U.S. Navy
Book 5 of 15 · published 2004 Anthology · Thomas J. Cutler
Dictionary of Naval Abbreviations
Book 6 of 15 · published 2004 Anthology · Thomas J. Cutler,Deborah W. Cutler
The Citizen's Guide to the U.S. Navy
Book 8 of 15 · published 2013 Anthology · Thomas J. Cutler
Saltwater Leadership
Book 9 of 15 · published 2013 Anthology · Robert O. Wray Jr.
Naval Innovation for the 21st Century
Book 10 of 15 · published 2013 Anthology · Robert Buderi
International Law for Seagoing Officers, 7th Edition
Book 11 of 15 · published 2014 Anthology · Dr. Craig H. Allen Sr.
Fleet Tactics and Naval Operations
Book 12 of 15 · published 2018 Anthology · Wayne P. Hughes Jr.
Fighting the Fleet
Book 14 of 15 · published 2020 Anthology · Jeffrey R. Cares,Anthony Cowden
Developing the Naval Mind
Latest in the series · book 15 of 15 · published 2021 Anthology · Benjamin Armstrong,John Freymann
The Turning Tide of Love and War
Latest in the series · book 2 of 2 · published 2026
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is James Stavridis?
About James Stavridis James G. Stavridis, known to many as Admiral Jim Stavridis, USN (Ret.), is a prominent figure in the world of military thrillers and historical novels. With a career spanning over three decades in the U.S.
Which James Stavridis series should I start with?
The best place to start is the Blue & Gold Professional Library series, the earliest of James Stavridis's multi-book series: it opens with The Bluejacket's Manual (1902) and runs to 15 books across 1902–2021, ending with Developing the Naval Mind (2021). James Stavridis's other series stand alone, so they can be read in any order.
How many books has James Stavridis written?
James Stavridis has 34 books catalogued in this guide, published between 1902 and 2026. 20 of them belong to 3 named series — the largest being the Blue & Gold Professional Library series with 15 books — and 14 are standalone titles, collections or anthologies.
In what order should James Stavridis's series be read?
Read each series in publication order — the numbered entries in each series follow the year each book first appeared. James Stavridis's series do not depend on one another, so they can be started in any order; by start date they are Blue & Gold Professional Library (1902–2021, 15 books), Future War (2021–2026, 3 books) and Scott Bradley James (2024–2026, 2 books).
How are James Stavridis's books organised into series?
This guide splits James Stavridis's 34 books into 3 named series and 14 titles that stand alone or appear only in collections: Blue & Gold Professional Library (15 books, 1902–2021); Future War (3 books, 2021–2026); Scott Bradley James (2 books, 2024–2026).