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Howard Fast

1 series 8 books in order 2 standalone books

Howard Fast (1914, died 2003) is an author in this catalog. The catalog lists 2 of their works. Known works include Spartacus; My Glorious Brothers.

Born
1914
Known for
The Immigrants (Lavette Family Saga)

Series by Howard Fast

The Immigrants (Lavette Family Saga)

6 books in order · 1977–1997

  1. Cover of The Immigrants

    The Immigrants

    1977 · Howard Fast

    This family saga follows roughneck immigrants determined to make their way in America at the turn of the century. Rising from the 1906 San Francisco…

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  2. Cover of Second Generation

    Second Generation

    1978 · Howard Fast

    Born to wealth and social standing, Barbara Lavette leaves her home on San Francisco's Nob Hill for a life of adventure spanning the Depression to…

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  3. Cover of The Establishment

    The Establishment

    1979 · Howard Fast

    The third book in a four-book series about the Lafette family, centered on Dan Lafette, a larger-than-life figure who experiences success, failure,…

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  4. Cover of The Legacy

    The Legacy

    1981 · Howard Fast

    This novel continues the saga of the Lavette family during the 1960s, focusing on Barbara Lavette, the daughter of Dan Lavette, as the family's story…

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  5. Cover of The Immigrant's Daughter

    The Immigrant's Daughter

    1985 · Howard Fast

    This novel concludes the Lavette family saga, in which the eldest daughter of Dan Lavette, now in her sixties, runs for Congress.

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  6. Cover of An Independent Woman

    An Independent Woman

    1997 · Howard Fast

    This novel continues the story of Barbara Lavette, who has become the matriarch of the large Lavette clan, relied upon for guidance and her faith in…

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Frequently asked questions

How many books has Howard Fast written?

We list 8 books by Howard Fast across 1 series, published between 1977–1997 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Howard Fast's books?

Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “The Immigrants.” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.

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