Chrétien de Troyes books in order
12th century French poet and trouvère
- Lived
- 1135–1181
- Country
- France
- Books
- 4
Chrétien de Troyes published 3 novels and 1 novella, beginning with Erec and Enide (1160).
Updated September 2026
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Erec and Enide
Chrétien de Troyes's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
Erec and Enide (1160)
Perceval, the Story of the Grail (1180)
Lancelot, the Knight of the Cart (1190)
Novellas in order
Yvain, the Knight of the Lion (1170)
Film and TV adaptations
- Perceval le Gallois (1978)Film · from Perceval, the Story of the Grail
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About Chrétien de Troyes
Chrétien de Troyes was a French poet and trouvère known for his writing on Arthurian subjects such as Gawain, Lancelot, Perceval, and the Holy Grail. Chrétien's chivalric romances, including Erec and Enide, Lancelot, Perceval, and Yvain, represent some of the best-regarded works of medieval literature. His use of structure, particularly in Yvain, has been seen as a step toward the modern novel.
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Chrétien de Troyes FAQ
- How many books has Chrétien de Troyes written?
- Chrétien de Troyes published 3 novels and 1 novella that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Chrétien de Troyes's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Erec and Enide.
- What is Chrétien de Troyes's last book?
- Perceval, the Story of the Grail (1180).
- What is Chrétien de Troyes's most famous book?
- Erec and Enide (1160) is Chrétien de Troyes's most widely read book.
- Which Chrétien de Troyes books have been adapted?
- 1 book has been adapted for film or TV, including Perceval, the Story of the Grail (as Perceval le Gallois, film, 1978).
- Can I read Chrétien de Troyes's books for free?
- Yes. 2 books by Chrétien de Troyes 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.