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French author

Lived
1780–1844
Country
France
Books
2
Also writes as
Carlo Nodier, Docteur Néophobus, Maxime Odin

Charles Nodier published 1 novel and 1 novella, beginning with Contes Fantastiques (1800).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Charles Nodier

Standalone novels in order

  1. Contes Fantastiques (1800)

    285 pages

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Novellas in order

  1. Trilby, or the Fairy of Argyll (1822)

    80 pages

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About Charles Nodier

Jean Charles Emmanuel Nodier was a French author and librarian who introduced a younger generation of Romanticists to the conte fantastique, gothic literature, and vampire tales. His dream related writings influenced the later works of Gérard de Nerval.

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

Charles Nodier FAQ

How many books has Charles Nodier written?
Charles Nodier published 1 novel and 1 novella that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Charles Nodier's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Contes Fantastiques.
What is Charles Nodier's last book?
Trilby, or the Fairy of Argyll (1822).
What is Charles Nodier's most famous book?
Contes Fantastiques (1800) is Charles Nodier's most widely read book.
Does Charles Nodier write under a pen name?
Yes: Charles Nodier has also published as Carlo Nodier, Docteur Néophobus and Maxime Odin.
Can I read Charles Nodier's books for free?
Yes. 7 books by Charles Nodier are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.

Authors like Charles Nodier

Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.