Appian published 1 non-fiction book. The best-known is Roman History.
Updated September 2026
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Roman History
Appian's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
Roman History (1912)
About Appian
Appian of Alexandria was a Greek historian with Roman citizenship who prospered during the reigns of the Roman Emperors Trajan, Hadrian, and Antoninus Pius.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Appian FAQ
- How many books has Appian written?
- Appian published 1 non-fiction book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Appian's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Roman History.
- What is Appian's most famous book?
- Roman History is Appian'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.