To the Ends of the Earth Books in Order

3
Books
1980
First Book
1989
Latest Book
10
Years

Below you'll find the complete list of To the Ends of the Earth books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.

Reading order verified: January 2026

Publication Order

1

Rites of Passage

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1980

2

Close Quarters

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1987

3

Fire Down Below

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1989

Frequently Asked Questions

The recommended reading order for the To the Ends of the Earth series is publication order: 1. Rites of Passage (1980), 2. Close Quarters (1987), 3. Fire Down Below (1989). This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.

The To the Ends of the Earth series by William Golding contains 3 books. The series began in 1980 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.

The To the Ends of the Earth series is written by William Golding. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.

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