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Carlo Collodi books in order

Italian writer

Lived
1826–1890
Country
United Provinces of Central Italy
Books
5

Carlo Collodi published 2 novels, 1 children's book and 2 other books, beginning with The Adventures of Pinocchio (1883).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Carlo Collodi

Standalone novels in order

  1. Giannettino (1877)

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  2. Minuzzolo (1877)

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Children's books in order

  1. The Adventures of Pinocchio (1883)

    203 pages★ 3.9 (24 ratings)Adapted for film

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Other books in order

  1. Pinnochio (1940)

    86 pages

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  2. Pinocchio (1983)

    ★ 3.7 (6 ratings)

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Film and TV adaptations

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About Carlo Collodi

Carlo Lorenzini, better known by the pen name Carlo Collodi, was an Italian author, humourist, and journalist, widely known for his fairy tale novel The Adventures of Pinocchio.

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Carlo Collodi FAQ

How many books has Carlo Collodi written?
Carlo Collodi published 2 novels, 1 children's book and 2 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Carlo Collodi's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Adventures of Pinocchio.
What is Carlo Collodi's last book?
Minuzzolo (1877).
What is Carlo Collodi's most famous book?
The Adventures of Pinocchio (1883) is Carlo Collodi's most widely read book.
Which Carlo Collodi books have been adapted?
1 book has been adapted for film or TV, including The Adventures of Pinocchio (as Pinocchio, film, 1940).
Can I read Carlo Collodi's books for free?
Yes. 3 books by Carlo Collodi are 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.