The Deptford Trilogy Books in Order
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The Deptford Trilogy, written by Robertson Davies and published between 1970 and 1975, explores the intersections of memory, history, and myth through the lives of its characters. The series centers on individuals whose seemingly ordinary actions have profound and lasting consequences, often shaped by their past and the people they encounter. Themes of trauma, identity, and the lingering effects of the past are woven throughout, as characters navigate personal and psychological transformations.
Publication order
In the order the books were originally released.
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Buy on Amazon1970 · Robertson Davies
Ramsay is a man twice born, having survived the horrors of Passchendaele in World War I and received the Victoria Cross. He returns to a world where…
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Buy on Amazon1972 · Robertson Davies
The Manticore is a 1972 novel by Robertson Davies. Readers of Fifth Business will encounter here characters they already know. The hero is a lawyer…
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Buy on Amazon1975 · Robertson Davies
World of Wonders is the final novel in Robertson Davies's Deptford Trilogy, narrated by Dunstan Ramsay. It recounts the life of Paul Dempster, who…
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the The Deptford Trilogy books in?
Read them in publication order, starting with “Fifth Business”. Start with “Fifth Business.”
How many books are in the The Deptford Trilogy series?
We list 3 books by Robertson Davies , published between 1970–1975.
Where can I buy the The Deptford Trilogy books?
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