Abul Fazl books in order
Grand vizier of Mughal emperor Akbar from 1579 to 1602
- Lived
- 1551–1602
- Country
- Mughal Empire
- Books
- 2
Abul Fazl published 2 non-fiction books, beginning with Ain-i-Akbari (1590).
Updated September 2026
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Ain-i-Akbari
Abul Fazl's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order

Ain-i-Akbari (1590)
Akbarnama (1875)
About Abul Fazl
Abu'l-Fazl ibn Mubarak, also known as Abul Fazl, Abu'l Fadl and Abu'l-Fadl 'Allami, was an Indian writer, historian, and politician who served as the grand vizier of the Mughal Empire from his appointment in 1579, until his death in 1602. His notable works include the Akbarnama, Ain-i-Akbari, and a Persian translation of the Bible.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Abul Fazl FAQ
- How many books has Abul Fazl written?
- Abul Fazl published 2 non-fiction books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Abul Fazl's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Ain-i-Akbari.
- What is Abul Fazl's last book?
- Ain-i-Akbari (1590).
- What is Abul Fazl's most famous book?
- Ain-i-Akbari (1590) is Abul Fazl's most widely read book.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.
