Osprey Graphic History books in order

Osprey Graphic History is a nine-volume series of historical graphic novels published by Osprey between 2005 and 2018, covering major military battles and events in illustrated non-fiction format.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Ironclads at War 2006 Dan Abnett Buy
2 Monitor Vs the Merrimack 2006 Dan Abnett Buy
3 Gamble for Victory 2006 Dan Abnett Buy
4 Deadly Inferno 2007 Dan Abnett Buy
5 The Bombing of Pearl Harbor 2007 Dan Abnett Buy
6 Battle Of The Alamo 2008 Dan Abnett Buy
7 Reaching the North Pole 2018 Dan Abnett Buy
8 The Battle of The Alamo 2005 Dan Abnett Buy
9 The Battle of Guadalcanal: Land and Sea Warfare in the South Pacific 2007 Dan Abnett Buy

Osprey Graphic History is a series of illustrated history books published by Osprey Publishing, the company known for its extensive military history catalogue. The nine volumes cover subjects including the American Civil War ironclad battles, the Battle of the Alamo, the Bombing of Pearl Harbor, and polar exploration. Each volume uses a graphic novel format to present historical events, combining illustration with factual narrative.

The series draws on Osprey’s long expertise in illustrated military history, translating that approach into a sequential art format. Subjects range from naval warfare to land battles to exploration, giving the series variety across its run. The books are intended as accessible introductions to historical events rather than comprehensive academic treatments.

All nine volumes are listed in the reading order table below. Each covers a different subject and can be read independently, though readers with a general interest in military history may find the whole series useful as a collection.


Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Osprey Graphic History series?

There are nine books in the Osprey Graphic History series, published between 2005 and 2018.

What is the first book in the Osprey Graphic History series?

The first book in the Osprey Graphic History series is Ironclads at War, published in 2006.

Are the Osprey Graphic History books suitable for children or adults?

The series is aimed broadly at readers with an interest in military history rather than specifically at children or adults. The graphic format makes the material accessible, while the historical content is factual and can include depictions of combat. Osprey’s backlist of military history books is well regarded by adult history enthusiasts, and the graphic history series shares that audience.

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