World's Great Explorers Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of World's Great Explorers books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: January 2026
Publication Order
René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle: Explorer of the Mississippi River (By: Jim Hargrove)
Buy on Amazon1990
Ferdinand Magellan (By: Jim Hargrove)
Buy on Amazon1990
Hernando Cortes: Conqueror of Mexico (By: R. Conrad Stein)
Buy on Amazon1991
Alexander the Great
Buy on Amazon1991
Francisco De Coronado: Explorer of the American Southwest (By: R. Conrad Stein)
Buy on Amazon1992
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the World's Great Explorers series is publication order: 1. René-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle: Explorer of the Mississippi River (By: Jim Hargrove) (1990), 2. Ferdinand Magellan (By: Jim Hargrove) (1990), 3. Hernando Cortes: Conqueror of Mexico (By: R. Conrad Stein) (1991), 4. Alexander the Great (1991), 5. Francisco De Coronado: Explorer of the American Southwest (By: R. Conrad Stein) (1992). This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The World's Great Explorers series by Maureen Ash contains 5 books. The series began in 1990 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The World's Great Explorers series is written by Maureen Ash. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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