Humanx Commonwealth Books in Order

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The Humanx Commonwealth series, created by Alan Dean Foster and published between 1975 and 1984, explores a fictional interstellar society composed of multiple species. The series features planets with diverse environments and cultures, often focusing on the tensions between human expansion and alien or natural ecosystems. Central themes include exploration, cultural interaction, and the consequences of human ambition in alien settings.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Midworld

    Midworld

    1975 · Alan Dean Foster

    Midworld is a 1975 novel by Alan Dean Foster, set on Midworld, a Humanx Commonwealth planet covered by rainforest and home to a primitive society…

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    Cachalot

    1980 · Alan Dean Foster

    Cachalot is an ocean planet where humans have established floating cities. It is also the home of all of Earth’s cetaceans, who were moved there six…

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  3. Cover of Voyage to the City of the Dead

    Voyage to the City of the Dead

    1984 · Alan Dean Foster

    The Humanx Commonwealth includes many planets with natural wonders, but Horseye stands out for its spectacular river valley and three alien cultures.…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Humanx Commonwealth books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “Midworld”. Start with “Midworld.”

How many books are in the Humanx Commonwealth series?

We list 3 books by Alan Dean Foster , published between 1975–1984.

Where can I buy the Humanx Commonwealth books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.