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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: April 2026
Quick Answer
What order should I read the Non-Fiction series? Start with "Dereliction of Duty" (1997) and follow publication order through all 7 books.
The complete Non-Fiction reading order is listed below in publication sequence.
Publication Order
Dereliction of Duty
1997
The Future of Conflict
2008
On War
2008
Essential Guide to Lt. General HerbertMcMaster, National Security Advisor
2017
Battlegrounds
2021
Assessing America’s National Security Threats
2023
At War with Ourselves
2024
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