Duncton Chronicles / Book of Silence books in order

The Duncton Chronicles by William Horwood is a six-book fantasy saga following communities of moles through epic adventures in the English countryside.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Duncton Quest 1980 William Horwood Buy
2 Duncton Wood 1980 William Horwood Buy
3 Duncton Rising 1992 William Horwood Buy
4 Duncton Found 1989 William Horwood Buy
5 Duncton Tales 1991 William Horwood Buy
6 Duncton Stone 1993 William Horwood Buy

The Duncton Chronicles is William Horwood’s epic fantasy saga about moles. Duncton Wood (1980) introduced readers to a richly detailed underground world, and the series grew to six novels chronicling generations of mole society. The later books (Duncton Tales, Duncton Rising, Duncton Stone) form the Book of Silence trilogy within the larger saga.

The series has earned devoted fans who appreciate its ambition in creating a complete civilization from the perspective of its animal inhabitants.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Duncton Chronicles / Book of Silence series?

There are six books in the Duncton Chronicles / Book of Silence series, published between 1980 and 1993.

What is the first book in the Duncton Chronicles / Book of Silence series?

The first book in the Duncton Chronicles / Book of Silence series is Duncton Quest, published in 1980.

What is the Duncton Chronicles about?

The Duncton Chronicles follows moles living in an underground community called Duncton Wood. The six-book saga spans generations of mole society, blending adventure, spirituality, and political intrigue in a richly imagined animal world.

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