Thomas Harris
Books in Order by Date of Publication
Thomas Harris is a renowned American author of suspense and thriller novels best known for his iconic Hannibal Lecter series. His writing style is characterized by intricate plotting vivid descriptions of characters and settings and a mastery of suspenseful storytelling. Harris's works typically fall under the genres of psychological thriller crime fiction and horror often exploring the darker aspects of human nature. The success of his books can be attributed to his ability to craft compelling complex characters and create a sense of unease in his readers. The Hannibal Lecter series in particular has captivated audiences with its exploration of the serial killer psyche thanks in large part to Harris's meticulous research and chilling portrayals. With 47 books in publication order Thomas Harris has established himself as a master of the thriller genre consistently pushing the boundaries of suspenseful storytelling.
1. Cheirexokē [sic] (1665) Buy on Amazon
2. A treatise on the force and energy of crude mercury. Proving the usefulness and innocency of its internal application (1734) Buy on Amazon
3. A narrative of the rise and progress of the disputes subsisting between the patentees of Covent-Garden Theatre (1768) Buy on Amazon
4. A letter from T. Harris to G. Colman (1768) Buy on Amazon
5. A letter from T. Harris to G. Colman on the affairs of Covent-Garden Theatre (1768) Buy on Amazon
6. Maryland reports being a series of the most important law cases argued and determined in the Provincial Court and Court of Appeals of the then province of Maryland from the year 1700 down to the American Revolution (1809) Buy on Amazon
7. Reports of cases argued and determined in the Court of Appeals of Maryland in 1826 ...[to] 1829 (1828) Buy on Amazon
8. Mills v. Harris (1836) Buy on Amazon
9. Cotton Twist redivivus (1846) Buy on Amazon
10. The cry of the curates ... (1850) Buy on Amazon
11. The relation of purpura to malignant growths (1889) Buy on Amazon
12. Clinical lectures delivered to the students of the Manchester Royal Infirmary during the summer session 1889 (1889) Buy on Amazon
13. Three periods of English architecture (1894) Buy on Amazon
14. Indurative mediastino-pericarditis (1895) Buy on Amazon
15. Down the wild rivers (1972) Buy on Amazon
16. I'm Ok You're Ok (1973) Buy on Amazon
17. Black Sunday (1975) Buy on Amazon
18. Red Dragon (1981) Buy on Amazon
19. Life has to go on (1986) Buy on Amazon
20. The Silence of the Lambs (1988) Buy on Amazon
21. Novels (Red Dragon / Silence of the Lambs) (1991) Buy on Amazon
22. Clearance (1996) Buy on Amazon
23. Hannibal (1999) Buy on Amazon
24. International fund raising for not-for-profits (1999) Buy on Amazon
25. Clearance and Fair and Just Reward (2000) Buy on Amazon
26. Red Dragon (film Tie-In) (2002) Buy on Amazon
27. Hannibal Rising (2006) Buy on Amazon
28. Untitled (2010) Buy on Amazon
29. Staying Ok (2011) Buy on Amazon
30. Consulting in the Not-For-Profit Field (2012) Buy on Amazon
31. Assassination of Lincoln (2013) Buy on Amazon
32. World According to Me (2016) Buy on Amazon
33. Love and Loss (2017) Buy on Amazon
34. Book on Life As Sage Grey (2017) Buy on Amazon
35. Reports of Cases Argued and Determined in the General Court and Court of Appeals of the State of Maryland Form 1800 ... [to 1826]; Volume 2 (2018) Buy on Amazon
36. Hannibal : (Hannibal Lecter) (2018) Buy on Amazon
37. Life and Services of Commodore William Bainbridge United States Navy (2018) Buy on Amazon
38. Reports Of Cases Argued And Determined In The General Court And Court Of Appeals Of The State Of Maryland Form 1800 ... [to 1826]; Volume 6 (2018) Buy on Amazon
39. Hannibal Rising : (Hannibal Lecter) (2018) Buy on Amazon
40. Silence of the Lambs : (Hannibal Lecter) (2018) Buy on Amazon
41. Jesus - Historical and Biblical (2018) Buy on Amazon
42. Vandal (2018) Buy on Amazon
43. Cari Mora (2019) Buy on Amazon
44. My Fight Against the Devil (2020) Buy on Amazon
45. Cari Mora (exp) (2020) Buy on Amazon
46. XXL Weber's BBQ Cookbook for UK (2021) Buy on Amazon
47. Get More Done at Work (2023) Buy on Amazon
About Thomas Harris
Thomas Harris is a masterful author known for his gripping and suspenseful novels that have captivated readers worldwide. Born in 1940 Harris's early life laid the groundwork for his future writing career with a background in English literature and journalism. His experiences as a foreign correspondent in Europe during the 1970s provided him with a unique perspective influencing his writing style and the themes that run through his works.
As a novelist Harris is renowned for his ability to craft complex characters and intricate plots weaving together elements of psychology politics and social commentary. His writing is marked by its lyricism precision and a keen sense of observation drawing readers into the dark often unsettling worlds he creates. Harris's series which follows a particular protagonist has been particularly successful in captivating audiences and sparking their imagination.
Readers are drawn to Harris's books for their unique blend of intelligence wit and emotional depth as well as their exploration of the human condition in all its complexities. His writing is both intellectually stimulating and viscerally engaging making his novels impossible to put down. With a career spanning decades Harris has established himself as a leading figure in the literary thriller genre consistently pushing the boundaries of storytelling and leaving readers eager for more. His impact on popular culture is undeniable cementing his status as a true master of the written word.