1. "The Witwatersrand Gold Fields: Banket and Distribution of the Gold" (1902): A comprehensive geological study of the Witwatersrand gold fields in South Africa, focusing on the banket formations and the distribution of gold within them.
2. "Coal Mining in the Transvaal and Natal: A Synopsis" (1903): A detailed analysis of the coal mining industry in the Transvaal and Natal regions of South Africa, examining the geology of coal deposits, mining techniques, and economic aspects.
3. "South African Tin Fields: A Digest" (1905): A thorough investigation into the tin mining industry in South Africa, discussing the geological occurrence of tin deposits, exploration techniques, and the potential of these fields.
4. "Geology and Mineralogy of the Transvaal" (1906): An extensive geological and mineralogical study of the Transvaal region of South Africa, providing detailed descriptions of rock formations, mineral resources, and geological structures.
5. "The Mineralogy of the Murchison Range" (1908): A comprehensive examination of the mineralogy of the Murchison Range in South Africa, focusing on the occurrence, properties, and economic value of various minerals found in the region.
6. "Geology of the Witwatersrand" (1910): An updated and revised edition of Truter's earlier work on the Witwatersrand gold fields, incorporating new geological findings and research conducted in the region.
7. "Minerals of the Union of South Africa" (1911): A thorough compilation of the minerals found in South Africa, describing their geological occurrence, properties, and economic importance.
8. "The Geology of South Africa" (1912): A comprehensive overview of the geology of South Africa, synthesizing information from various geological studies and providing a detailed understanding of the country's geological history and features.
These works by H W Truter contributed significantly to the fields of geology, mineralogy, and mining engineering in South Africa, providing valuable insights and information that laid the groundwork for further research and development in these areas.