
Eduard von Hartmann books in order
German philosopher
- Lived
- 1842–1906
- Country
- Germany
- Books
- 3
- Also writes as
- Carl Robert
Eduard von Hartmann published 1 novella, 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book, beginning with The Philosophy of the Unconscious (1869).
Updated September 2026
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The Philosophy of the Unconscious
Eduard von Hartmann's most-read book.
Novellas in order
Spiritism (1885)
Non-fiction in order

The Philosophy of the Unconscious (1869)
Other books in order

Unconscious Memory (1880)
About Eduard von Hartmann
Karl Robert Eduard von Hartmann was a German philosopher, independent scholar, and writer. He was the author of the influential Philosophy of the Unconscious (1869). von Hartmann's notable ideas include the theory of the Unconscious and a pessimistic interpretation of the "best of all possible worlds" concept in metaphysics.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Eduard von Hartmann FAQ
- How many books has Eduard von Hartmann written?
- Eduard von Hartmann published 1 novella, 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Eduard von Hartmann's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Philosophy of the Unconscious.
- What is Eduard von Hartmann's last book?
- Spiritism (1885).
- What is Eduard von Hartmann's most famous book?
- The Philosophy of the Unconscious (1869) is Eduard von Hartmann's most widely read book.
- Does Eduard von Hartmann write under a pen name?
- Yes: Eduard von Hartmann has also published as Carl Robert.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.