How many books has Bernal Díaz del Castillo written?

Bernal Díaz del Castillo published 1 novel that we list, as of September 2026.

What order should I read Bernal Díaz del Castillo's books in?

Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Historia Verdadera De La Conquista De La Nueva España.

What is Bernal Díaz del Castillo's most famous book?

Historia Verdadera De La Conquista De La Nueva España is Bernal Díaz del Castillo's most widely read book.

Which Bernal Díaz del Castillo books have been adapted?

1 book has been adapted for film or TV, including Historia Verdadera De La Conquista De La Nueva España (as Los teules, TV).

Bernal Díaz del Castillo books in order

Spanish conquistador

Lived: 1492–1584
Country: New Spain
Books: 1

History

Bernal Díaz del Castillo published 1 novel. The best-known is Historia Verdadera De La Conquista De La Nueva España.

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Bernal Díaz del Castillo

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Historia Verdadera De La Conquista De La Nueva España
Bernal Díaz del Castillo's most-read book.

Bernal Díaz del Castillo books in order of publication

Historia Verdadera De La Conquista De La Nueva España (1632)
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Film and TV adaptations

Los teulesTV · from Historia Verdadera De La Conquista De La Nueva España

About Bernal Díaz del Castillo

Bernal Díaz del Castillo was a Spanish conquistador who participated as a soldier in the conquest of the Aztec Empire under Hernán Cortés and late in his life wrote an account of the events. As an experienced soldier of fortune, he had already participated in expeditions to Tierra Firme, Cuba, and to Yucatán before joining Cortés.

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Bernal Díaz del Castillo FAQ

How many books has Bernal Díaz del Castillo written?: Bernal Díaz del Castillo published 1 novel that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Bernal Díaz del Castillo's books in?: Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Historia Verdadera De La Conquista De La Nueva España.
What is Bernal Díaz del Castillo's most famous book?: Historia Verdadera De La Conquista De La Nueva España is Bernal Díaz del Castillo's most widely read book.
Which Bernal Díaz del Castillo books have been adapted?: 1 book has been adapted for film or TV, including Historia Verdadera De La Conquista De La Nueva España (as Los teules, TV).