Erik Larson Books in Order

Erik Larson is a critically acclaimed author of narrative nonfiction whose works have captivated readers worldwide. His latest book, DEAD WAKE: THE LAST CROSSING OF THE LUSITANIA, debuted as a New York Times bestseller. Larson's sprawling saga, THE DEVIL IN THE WHITE CITY, a finalist for the National Book Award, won an Edgar Award and spent a decade on various NYT best-seller lists. The book is being adapted into a limited TV series by Hulu, with Leonardo DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese as executive producers. His novel, IN THE GARDEN OF BEASTS, has been optioned by Tom Hanks for a feature film. Larson's subsequent book, THE SPLENDID AND THE VILE: A SAGA OF CHURCHILL, FAMILY, AND DEFIANCE DURING THE BLITZ, is a gripping narrative that weaves together geopolitics and intimate domestic drama. As a seasoned journalist, Larson has written for The Wall Street Journal, Time, and other prominent publications, including The New Yorker and Harper's. He has also taught non-fiction writing at San Francisco State and Johns Hopkins University.