Jane Goodall has authored and inspired several books, with some of the most notable being:
- "My Life with the Chimpanzees," her autobiography sharing her extraordinary journey and work with chimpanzees in Tanzania.
- "In the Shadow of Man" (1971), one of her earliest and most well-known books, which details her decade of close study of chimpanzees in Gombe Stream National Park.
- "Through a Window: My Thirty Years with the Chimpanzees of Gombe" (1990), a follow-up to her earlier work, chronicling 30 years of observations on chimpanzee families.
- "The Book of Hope" (2021), where she discusses her optimism and message for the future amidst environmental challenges.
- "Reason for Hope" (1999), which focuses on her personal philosophy, spirituality, and life journey.
- "I am Jane Goodall," a children's book about her life and work.
These books combine scientific observations with personal stories and conservation messages, illuminating her lasting impact on primatology and environmental activism.