Averroes published 1 novel, beginning with On the Harmony of Religions and Philosophy (1179).
Updated September 2026
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On the Harmony of Religions and Philosophy
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On the Harmony of Religions and Philosophy (1179)
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About Averroes
Ibn Rushd, Latinized as Averroes, was an Andalusian polymath and jurist who was proficient in a variety of intellectual fields, including philosophy, theology, medicine, astronomy, physics, psychology, mathematics, neurology, Islamic jurisprudence, law, and linguistics. The author of more than 100 books and treatises, his philosophical works include numerous commentaries on Aristotle, for which he was known in the Western world as "The Commentator" and "Father of Rationalism".
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Averroes FAQ
- How many books has Averroes written?
- Averroes published 1 novel that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Averroes's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with On the Harmony of Religions and Philosophy.
- What is Averroes's last book?
- On the Harmony of Religions and Philosophy (1179).
- What is Averroes's most famous book?
- On the Harmony of Religions and Philosophy (1179) is Averroes's most widely read book.
- Can I read Averroes's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by Averroes is in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.