Barbara Holland Books in Order
Barbara Holland is a celebrated American author known for her unapologetic and humorous defense of life's indulgences. Her notable works often explore the joys of modern vices, including the pleasures of cursing, drinking, savoring rich foods, and enjoying a cigarette. With a keen eye for storytelling, Holland delves into her personal experiences, as seen in her memoir of growing up in the charming suburb of Chevy Chase, Maryland, just outside the nation's capital. This unique blend of wit and candor has endeared her to readers and solidified her place as a distinctive voice in contemporary literature. Her writing continues to captivate audiences with its refreshing honesty and infectious enthusiasm, cementing her status as a beloved and respected author.
Bibliography verified: January 2026
Book Series by Barbara Holland
- #1AmazonMother's Day or the View from in Here(1980)
- #2AmazonSoviet Sisterhood(1985)
- #3AmazonSecrets of the Cat / The Name of the Cat(1988)
- #4AmazonCaring for Planet Earth: The World Around Us(1990)
- #5AmazonOne's Company: Reflections On Living Alone(1992)
- #6AmazonEndangered Pleasures: In Defense of Naps, Bacon, Martinis, Profanity, and Other Indulgences(1995)
- #7AmazonBingo Night at the Fire Hall: Rediscovering Life in an American Village(1997)
- #8AmazonIn Private Life(1997)
- #9AmazonWasn't the Grass Greener?: Thirty-three Reasons Why Life Isn't as Good as It Used to Be(1999)
- #10AmazonBrief Heroes and Histories(2000)
- #11AmazonThey Went Whistling: Women Wayfarers, Warriors, Runaways, and Renegades(2001)
- #12AmazonGentlemen's Blood: A History of Dueling from Swords at Dawn to Pistols at Dusk(2003)
- #13AmazonWhen All the World Was Young: A Memoir(2005)
- #14AmazonThe Joy of Drinking(2007)
- #15AmazonLord, I Give You My Heart(2013)
- #16AmazonEmerging Trends and Impacts of the Internet of Things in Libraries(2020)
About Barbara Holland
Barbara Holland is a celebrated American author known for her unapologetic and humorous defense of life's indulgences. Her notable works often explore the joys of modern vices, including the pleasures of cursing, drinking, savoring rich foods, and enjoying a cigarette. With a keen eye for storytelling, Holland delves into her personal experiences, as seen in her memoir of growing up in the charming suburb of Chevy Chase, Maryland, just outside the nation's capital. This unique blend of wit and candor has endeared her to readers and solidified her place as a distinctive voice in contemporary literature. Her writing continues to captivate audiences with its refreshing honesty and infectious enthusiasm, cementing her status as a beloved and respected author.
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