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The ValueTales series by Spencer Johnson includes 12 books published between 1975–1979.

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.

  1. The Valuetale of Louis Pasteur

    1975 · Spencer Johnson

    The book retells the story of Louis Pasteur, highlighting his steadfast belief in the existence of germs. This belief ultimately led to the…

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  3. The ValueTale of Elizabeth Fry

    1975 · Spencer Johnson

    The book explores the work of an English woman known for her pioneering efforts in improving conditions for prisoners. Her approach was based on the…

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  4. The Value of Believing in Yourself

    1976 · Spencer Johnson

    The book explores the life and work of Louis Pasteur, focusing on his groundbreaking discovery of harmful microorganisms. This discovery laid the…

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  5. The value of kindness

    1976 · Spencer Johnson

    The book explores the impact of kindness in transforming behavior, drawing on the work of an English woman known for her efforts to improve…

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  6. The Value of Courage

    1977 · Spencer Johnson

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  7. The value of curiosity

    1977 · Spencer Johnson

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  8. The Value of Imagination

    1977 · Spencer Johnson

    The book is a biography of the nineteenth-century English novelist Charles Dickens, highlighting the significance of an imaginative mind. It explores…

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  9. The value of saving

    1978 · Spencer Johnson

    The book explores the life of an 18th-century printer, inventor, and statesman, highlighting how the practice of saving played a central role in his…

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  10. The value of dedication

    1979 · Spencer Johnson

    The book presents a biography of Albert Schweitzer, highlighting his philosophy of "reverence for life" and his lifelong dedication to serving…

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  11. The value of honesty

    1979 · Spencer Johnson

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  12. The value of understanding

    1979 · Spencer Johnson

    The book presents a biography of an anthropologist known for extensive studies of primitive cultures, emphasizing understanding and tolerance. It…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the ValueTales books in?

Read them in publication order — the list above is sorted by first publication where known, starting with “The Valuetale of Louis Pasteur”.

How many books are in the ValueTales series?

We list 12 books by Spencer Johnson , published between 1975–1979.

Where can I buy the ValueTales 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.