Anselm of Canterbury books in order
11th‑century Benedictine monk, Archbishop of Canterbury, philosopher and theologian
- Lived
- 1033–1109
- Country
- France
- Books
- 3
Anselm of Canterbury published 1 novella and 2 non-fiction books, beginning with Monologion (1076). The best-known is Cur Deus Homo (1098).
Updated September 2026
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Cur Deus Homo
Anselm of Canterbury's most-read book.
Novellas in order
Monologion (1076)
Non-fiction in order
Proslogion (1078)
Cur Deus Homo (1098)
About Anselm of Canterbury
Anselm of Canterbury, also known as Anselm of Aosta after his birthplace and Anselm of Bec after his monastery, was a Benedictine abbot, philosopher and theologian who served as Archbishop of Canterbury from 1093 to 1109.
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Anselm of Canterbury FAQ
- How many books has Anselm of Canterbury written?
- Anselm of Canterbury published 1 novella and 2 non-fiction books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Anselm of Canterbury's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Cur Deus Homo.
- What is Anselm of Canterbury's last book?
- Cur Deus Homo (1098).
- What is Anselm of Canterbury's most famous book?
- Cur Deus Homo (1098) is Anselm of Canterbury's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.