Non-Fiction Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Non-Fiction books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: January 2026
Publication Order
Friends and Enemies: The United States, China, and the Soviet Union, 1948-1972
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Asian/American/Modern Art: Shifting Currents, 1900–1970
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Fateful Ties: A History of America's Preoccupation with China
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Ghosts of Gold Mountain: The Epic Story of the Chinese Who Built the Transcontinental Railroad
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Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Non-Fiction series is publication order: 1. Friends and Enemies: The United States, China, and the Soviet Union, 1948-1972 (1990), 2. Asian/American/Modern Art: Shifting Currents, 1900–1970 (2008), 3. Fateful Ties: A History of America's Preoccupation with China (2015), 4. Ghosts of Gold Mountain: The Epic Story of the Chinese Who Built the Transcontinental Railroad (2019). This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Non-Fiction series by Gordon H. Chang contains 4 books. The series began in 1990 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Non-Fiction series is written by Gordon H. Chang. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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