Anthony de Mello books in order
Indian writer
- Lived
- 1931–1987
- Country
- Dominion of India
- Books
- 17
Anthony de Mello published 5 non-fiction books and 12 other books, beginning with Sadhana, a Way to God (1978). The best-known is Wellsprings (1985).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Anthony de Mello
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Wellsprings
Anthony de Mello's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
Sadhana, a Way to God (1978)
The Song of the Bird (1982)
One Minute Wisdom (1985)
Awareness (1990)
Anthony De Mello (1999)
Other books in order
Sadhana (1983)
Wellsprings (1985)
Taking Flight (1988)
The Prayer of the Frog (1988)
Contact with God (1990)
The Way to Love (1991)
More One Minute Nonsense (1993)
Heart of the Enlightened (1994)
Awakening (1998)
Walking on Water (1998)
Seek God Everywhere (2010)
Rediscovering Life (2012)
About Anthony de Mello
Anthony de Mello, also known as Tony de Mello, was an Indian Jesuit priest and psychotherapist. A teacher and public speaker, de Mello wrote several books on spirituality and hosted numerous spiritual retreats and conferences. He is known for his storytelling, which drew from the various mystical traditions of both East and West.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Anthony de Mello FAQ
- How many books has Anthony de Mello written?
- Anthony de Mello published 5 non-fiction books and 12 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Anthony de Mello's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Wellsprings.
- What is Anthony de Mello's last book?
- One Minute Wisdom (1985).
- What is Anthony de Mello's most famous book?
- Wellsprings (1985) is Anthony de Mello's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.