How many Swallows and Amazons books are there?

There are 8 books in the Swallows and Amazons series by Arthur Ransome, for ages 4-13.

What order should I read Swallows and Amazons?

The Swallows and Amazons series should be read in this order: 1. Swallows and Amazons, 2. Swallowdale, 3. Peter Duck, 4. Pigeon Post, 5. We Didn't Mean to Go to Sea, and more.

Swallows and Amazons Books in Order — Wonderlit

Swallows and Amazons is a 8-book series for ages 4–13 by Arthur Ransome.

Where to Start

Start at the beginning: Swallows and Amazons

This is a sequential series — each book builds on the last. Start with book 1.

Reading Order

Swallows and Amazons1930

Swallowdale1931

Peter Duck1932

Pigeon Post1936

We Didn't Mean to Go to Sea1937

Secret Water1939

The Big Six1940

The Picts and the Martyrs1943

What This Series Covers

Teamwork & Collaboration Resilience & Perseverance Adventure Survival & Wilderness Freedom & Independence Friendship & Loyalty

What to Read Next

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