The Illuminatus! Trilogy Books in Order

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The Illuminatus! Trilogy is a series of three novels by American writers Robert Shea and Robert Anton Wilson, first published in 1975. It is a satirical, postmodern work that blends elements of science fiction, adventure, and conspiracy theory. The trilogy features a nonlinear narrative that shifts between third- and first-person perspectives. It explores themes such as counterculture, numerology, Discordianism, and various historical and imagined conspiracy theories centered on the authors' interpretation of the Illuminati. The series incorporates elements of drug use, sex, and magic.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. The Eye in the Pyramid

    1975 · Robert Shea and Robert Anton Wilson

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  2. The Golden Apple

    1975 · Robert Shea and Robert Anton Wilson

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  3. Leviathan

    1975 · Robert Shea and Robert Anton Wilson

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the The Illuminatus! Trilogy books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “The Eye in the Pyramid”. Start with “The Eye in the Pyramid.”

How many books are in the The Illuminatus! Trilogy series?

We list 3 books by Robert Shea , published in 1975.

Where can I buy the The Illuminatus! Trilogy 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.