Claude Prosper Jolyot de Crébillon books in order
French writer
- Lived
- 1707–1777
- Country
- France
- Books
- 4
- Also writes as
- Bekrinoll, Krinelbol, Duchesse de étoiles 03, M. de Meilcour
Claude Prosper Jolyot de Crébillon published 4 novels, beginning with Letters from the Marchioness De M*** (1735). The best-known is The Happy Orphans (1759).
Updated September 2026
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Claude Prosper Jolyot de Crébillon books in order of publication
Letters from the Marchioness De M*** (1735)
The Sofa: A Moral Tale (1742)
Le Sopha (1749)
The Happy Orphans (1759)
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About Claude Prosper Jolyot de Crébillon
Claude Prosper Jolyot de Crébillon, called Crébillon fils or Crébillon le Gai to distinguish him from his father, was a French novelist.
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Claude Prosper Jolyot de Crébillon FAQ
- How many books has Claude Prosper Jolyot de Crébillon written?
- Claude Prosper Jolyot de Crébillon published 4 novels that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Claude Prosper Jolyot de Crébillon's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Happy Orphans.
- What is Claude Prosper Jolyot de Crébillon's last book?
- The Happy Orphans (1759).
- What is Claude Prosper Jolyot de Crébillon's most famous book?
- The Happy Orphans (1759) is Claude Prosper Jolyot de Crébillon's most widely read book.
- Does Claude Prosper Jolyot de Crébillon write under a pen name?
- Yes: Claude Prosper Jolyot de Crébillon has also published as Bekrinoll, Krinelbol, Duchesse de étoiles 03 and M. de Meilcour.
- Can I read Claude Prosper Jolyot de Crébillon's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by Claude Prosper Jolyot de Crébillon 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.