Clemens Brentano books in order
German poet and novelist
- Lived
- 1778–1842
- Country
- Germany
- Books
- 5
Clemens Brentano published 2 novels, 1 novella and 2 other books, beginning with The Story of the Brave Caspar and the Fair Annerl (1817).
Updated September 2026
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The Story of the Brave Caspar and the Fair Annerl
Clemens Brentano's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
The Dolorous Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ (1833)
The Life of Jesus Christ and Biblical Revelations (1858), with Anne Catherine Emmerich
Novellas in order
The Story of the Brave Caspar and the Fair Annerl (1817)
Other books in order
New Fairy Tales from Brentano (1888)
Fairy Tales from Brentano (1890)
About Clemens Brentano
Clemens Wenzeslaus Brentano was a German poet and novelist, and a major figure of German Romanticism. He was the uncle, via his brother Christian, of Franz and Lujo Brentano.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Clemens Brentano FAQ
- How many books has Clemens Brentano written?
- Clemens Brentano published 2 novels, 1 novella and 2 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Clemens Brentano's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Story of the Brave Caspar and the Fair Annerl.
- What is Clemens Brentano's last book?
- The Dolorous Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ (1833).
- What is Clemens Brentano's most famous book?
- The Story of the Brave Caspar and the Fair Annerl (1817) is Clemens Brentano's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.