Charles Bonnet books in order
Genevan philosopher and naturalist
- Lived
- 1720–1793
- Country
- Republic of Geneva
- Books
- 2
Charles Bonnet published 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book, beginning with Conjectures Concerning the Nature of Future Happiness (1785).
Updated September 2026
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Conjectures Concerning the Nature of Future Happiness
Charles Bonnet's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
Philosophical and Critical Inquiries Concerning Christianity (1787)
Other books in order
Conjectures Concerning the Nature of Future Happiness (1785)
About Charles Bonnet
Charles Bonnet was a Genevan naturalist and philosophical writer. He is responsible for coining the term phyllotaxis to describe the arrangement of leaves on a plant. He was among the first to notice parthenogenetic reproduction in aphids and established that insects respired through their spiracles. He was among the first to use the term "evolution" in a biological context. Deaf from an early age, he also suffered from failing eyesight and had to make use of assistants in later life to help in his research.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Charles Bonnet FAQ
- How many books has Charles Bonnet written?
- Charles Bonnet published 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Charles Bonnet's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Conjectures Concerning the Nature of Future Happiness.
- What is Charles Bonnet's last book?
- Philosophical and Critical Inquiries Concerning Christianity (1787).
- What is Charles Bonnet's most famous book?
- Conjectures Concerning the Nature of Future Happiness (1785) is Charles Bonnet's most widely read book.
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