Books:
* The Burman: His Life and Notions (1882) - An early and influential work on Burmese culture and society.
* The Story of the Upper Burma Expedition (1890) - An account of the Third Anglo-Burmese War.
* France and Tongking: A Narrative of the Campaign of 1883-84 (1885) - A historical account of the French conquest of Tongking (northern Vietnam).
* The Burman: His Life and Notions (2nd Edition, 1900) - A revised and expanded version of his first book.
* The Upper Burma Gazetteer (1900-1901) - A multi-volume work covering the geography, history, and administration of Upper Burma.
* The Life and Times of General Sir Charles James Napier, G.C.B. (1908) - A biography of a key figure in British military history.
* Burma as I Knew It, 1882-1907 (1925) - A personal account of his experiences in Burma.
* The Road to Mandalay and Other Papers (1926) - A collection of his essays and writings.
Other Works:
* He also wrote extensively for journals and newspapers, including articles on politics, history, and Burmese culture.
* He was a prolific translator of Burmese literature, including the famous "The Glass Palace" by the Burmese chronicler, Maha Yazawindaw.
Sir J. George Scott's works provide valuable insights into the history and culture of Burma and Southeast Asia during the colonial era. They offer a blend of ethnographic observation, historical analysis, and personal reminiscence, making them essential for understanding the region's past.