Picture Books in Order

The recommended reading order for the Picture series is publication order: 1. Captain Slaughterboard Drops Anchor (1939), 2. Letters from a lost uncle (1948), 3. Boy in Darkness (1956). This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.

The Picture series by Mervyn Peake contains 3 books. The series began in 1939 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.

The Picture series is written by Mervyn Peake. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.