Alexander Griboyedov published 1 non-fiction book and 1 play, beginning with Woe from Wit (1825).
Updated September 2026
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Woe from Wit
Alexander Griboyedov's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
The Woes of Wit (1863)
Plays in order
Woe from Wit (1825)
About Alexander Griboyedov
Alexander Sergeyevich Griboyedov was a Russian diplomat, playwright, poet, and composer. His one notable work is the 1823 verse comedy Woe from Wit. He was Russia's ambassador to Qajar Persia, where he and all the embassy staff were massacred by an angry mob in the aftermath of the ratification of the Treaty of Turkmenchay (1828), which confirmed the cession to Russia of Persia's northern territories comprising Transcaucasia and parts of the North Caucasus. Griboyedov played a pivotal role in the ratification of the treaty. The immediate cause for the incident was Griboyedov giving refuge to Armenians who had escaped from the harems of the Persian shah and his son.
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Alexander Griboyedov FAQ
- How many books has Alexander Griboyedov written?
- Alexander Griboyedov published 1 non-fiction book and 1 play that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Alexander Griboyedov's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Woe from Wit.
- What is Alexander Griboyedov's last book?
- Woe from Wit (1825).
- What is Alexander Griboyedov's most famous book?
- Woe from Wit (1825) is Alexander Griboyedov'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.