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The Northwest Smith series, created by C. L. Moore, centers on a rugged, gun-toting spacefarer navigating a pulp science fiction universe marked by exotic locales and perilous encounters. Set in a futuristic, interstellar realm, the stories explore themes of desire, danger, and survival, often drawing on mythological motifs and featuring encounters with enigmatic alien beings. The series, originally published in Weird Tales and later compiled in collections such as Scarlet Dream, establishes Northwest Smith as a enduring figure in early science fiction.
Books in this series
Ordered by first publication where known. The official numbering for this series is incomplete in our sources, so we don't show series numbers we can't verify.
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1934 · C. L. Moore
Black Thirst is a science fiction short story by C. L. Moore featuring the character Northwest Smith. It centers on Smith's encounter with a Minga…
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1934 · C. L. Moore
Dust of Gods is a science fiction short story by C. L. Moore featuring the characters Northwest Smith and Yarol, who undertake a mission to locate…
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1935 · C. L. Moore
Julhi" is a science fiction short story by C. L. Moore, first published in Weird Tales in March 1935. The story follows the character Northwest Smith…
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1935 · C. L. Moore
The Cold Gray God" is a science fiction short story by C. L. Moore, first published in Weird Tales in October 1935. It features the character…
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1936 · C. L. Moore
Yvala" is a science fiction short story by C. L. Moore featuring the character Northwest Smith, who journeys with his companion Yarol to one of…
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1936 · C. L. Moore
The Tree of Life" is a science fiction short story by C. L. Moore featuring the character Northwest Smith. Set in the ruins of Illar, the story…
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1936 · C. L. Moore
Lost Paradise" is a science fiction short story by C. L. Moore, first published in Weird Tales in July 1936. The story features the character…
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1940 · C. L. Moore
Song in a Minor Key" is a short story by C. L. Moore featuring the character Northwest Smith, in which he reflects on his past life. The story is…
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the Northwest Smith books in?
Read them in publication order — the list above is sorted by first publication where known, starting with “Shambleau”.
How many books are in the Northwest Smith series?
We list 11 books by C. L. Moore , published between 1933–1981.
Where can I buy the Northwest Smith books?
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