What is the first Canopus in Argos book?

The series starts with “Shikasta” (1979). Publication order is the order most readers should follow.

How many books are in the Canopus in Argos series?

There are 5 books in Canopus in Argos, published 1979–1983.

The most recent installment on record is “The Sentimental Agents in the Volyen Empire” (1983).

Canopus in Argos is written by Doris Lessing.

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What is the first Canopus in Argos book?: The series starts with “Shikasta” (1979). Publication order is the order most readers should follow.
How many books are in the Canopus in Argos series?: There are 5 books in Canopus in Argos, published 1979–1983.
What is the most recent Canopus in Argos book?: The most recent installment on record is “The Sentimental Agents in the Volyen Empire” (1983).
Who writes the Canopus in Argos series?: Canopus in Argos is written by Doris Lessing.