Cassiodorus published 2 novels, beginning with Variae (537).
Updated September 2026
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Variae
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Cassiodorus books in order of publication
Variae (537)
Institutiones Divinarum Et Saecularium Litterarum (560)
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About Cassiodorus
Magnus Aurelius Cassiodorus Senator, commonly known as Cassiodorus, was a Roman statesman, scholar, and writer who served in the administration of Theodoric the Great, king of the Ostrogoths. Senator was part of his surname, not his rank. In his later years, he devoted himself to Christian learning and founded the Vivarium monastery, where he worked extensively during the final decades of his life.
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Cassiodorus FAQ
- How many books has Cassiodorus written?
- Cassiodorus published 2 novels that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Cassiodorus's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Variae.
- What is Cassiodorus's last book?
- Institutiones Divinarum Et Saecularium Litterarum (560).
- What is Cassiodorus's most famous book?
- Variae (537) is Cassiodorus's most widely read book.
- Can I read Cassiodorus's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by Cassiodorus 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.