Avicenna published 2 novels, beginning with Canon of Medicine (1025).
Updated September 2026
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Canon of Medicine
Avicenna's most-read book.
Avicenna books in order of publication
Canon of Medicine (1025)
The Book of Healing (1027)
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About Avicenna
Ibn Sina, commonly known in the West as Avicenna, was a preeminent philosopher and physician of the Muslim world. He was a seminal figure of the Islamic Golden Age, serving in the courts of various Iranian rulers, and was influential to medieval European medical and Scholastic thought. Avicenna is considered one of the greatest thinkers and medical scholars in history.
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Avicenna FAQ
- How many books has Avicenna written?
- Avicenna published 2 novels that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Avicenna's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Canon of Medicine.
- What is Avicenna's last book?
- The Book of Healing (1027).
- What is Avicenna's most famous book?
- Canon of Medicine (1025) is Avicenna's most widely read book.
- Can I read Avicenna's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by Avicenna 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.