Albert Lortzing books in order
German opera composer
- Lived
- 1801–1851
- Country
- Germany
- Books
- 1
Albert Lortzing published 1 book. The best-known is Peter the Shipwright.
Updated September 2026
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Peter the Shipwright
Albert Lortzing's most-read book.
Other books in order
Peter the Shipwright (1871)
About Albert Lortzing
Gustav Albert Lortzing was a German composer, librettist, actor and singer. He is considered to be the main representative of the German Spieloper, a form similar to the French opéra comique, which grew out of the Singspiel.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Albert Lortzing FAQ
- How many books has Albert Lortzing written?
- Albert Lortzing published 1 book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Albert Lortzing's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Peter the Shipwright.
- What is Albert Lortzing's most famous book?
- Peter the Shipwright is Albert Lortzing's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.