Next Book in the Series Browse A–Z
This site contains affiliate links. The creator of this site may receive a commission for purchases made through these links, at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Tales of Zothique

by Clark Ashton Smith

7 books Started 1934 Latest 2014
Publication Reading Order

The Tales of Zothique is a Fantasy / Horror series by Clark Ashton Smith, made up of 7 books published between 1934 and 2014. It begins with Xeethra (1934), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is The Garden of Adompha (Short Story) (2014), spanning 80 years of storytelling.

7books
80years active
4decades
~13.3yrs between books
2014latest release
# Title Year Buy
1930s
1 Xeethra 1934 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
1980s
2 Witchcraft Of Ulua 1988 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2000s
3 The Dark Eidolon (Short Story) 2009 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
4 Necromancy in Naat (Short Story) 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 The Voyage of King Eurovan (Short Story) 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
6 The Death of Ilalotha (Short Story)Latest 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 The Garden of Adompha (Short Story) 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Tales of Zothique series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Tales of Zothique series?

Start with Xeethra (1934), the first book in the Tales of Zothique series by Clark Ashton Smith. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Tales of Zothique series?

There are 7 books in the Tales of Zothique series by Clark Ashton Smith, published between 1934 and 2014.

What is the first book in the Tales of Zothique series?

The first book in the Tales of Zothique series is Xeethra, published in 1934 by Clark Ashton Smith.

What is the latest book in the Tales of Zothique series?

The most recent book in the Tales of Zothique series is The Garden of Adompha (Short Story) (2014) by Clark Ashton Smith.

Clark Ashton Smith (1893-1961) was an American fantasy and horror writer. He is known for his vivid imagination and exotic settings, often inspired by the Arabian Nights and other Eastern tales. Smith published over 100 stories in various magazines, and his work has been collected in several anthologies. His notable works include "The Abominations of Yondo", "The Seven Geases", and "The Tale of Satampra Zeiros". Smith received the World Fantasy Award for Lifetime Achievement in 1975. His work has been praised by critics for its originality, imaginative power, and haunting atmosphere.

View all Clark Ashton Smith series →