* "The Story of the United States Navy" (1927): A comprehensive and engaging account of the history of the US Navy.
* "The Last American Pirate: The Story of Captain Kidd" (1930): A biographical account of the infamous pirate, Captain William Kidd.
* "The Complete Book of the American Revolution" (1934): A detailed and well-researched history of the American Revolutionary War.
* "The American Heritage Book of Great Historic Places" (1955): A guide to significant historical sites in the United States, with beautiful illustrations.
* "The World's Great Explorers" (1960): A collection of biographies of famous explorers, including Columbus, Magellan, and Cook.
Lott also published numerous articles and contributed to magazines like "American Heritage" and "National Geographic." He was known for his engaging and informative writing style, and his books remain valuable sources for those interested in early American history.