Planet of the Apes Books in Order

The recommended reading order for the Planet of the Apes series is publication order: 1. Planet of the Apes (By: Pierre Boulle,Xan Fielding) (1963), 2. Beneath The Planet of The Apes (By: Michael Avallone) (1970), 3. Escape from the Planet of the Apes (By: Jerry Pournelle) (1973), 4. Conquest of the Planet of the Apes (1974), 5. Planet of the Apes Movie Novelization (By: William T. Quick) (2001). This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.

The Planet of the Apes series by John Jakes contains 5 books. The series began in 1963 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.

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