
Eduard Zeller books in order
German philosopher and theologian
- Lived
- 1814–1908
- Country
- Kingdom of Württemberg
- Books
- 7
Eduard Zeller published 6 non-fiction books and 1 other book, beginning with Socrates and the Socratic Schools (1868).
Updated September 2026
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Socrates and the Socratic Schools
Eduard Zeller's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order

Socrates and the Socratic Schools (1868)

The Stoics, Epicureans, and Sceptics (1870)

The Contents and Origin of the Acts of the Apostles (1875)

Plato and the Older Academy (1876)

A History of Eclecticism in Greek Philosophy (1883)

Outlines of the History of Greek Philosophy (1883)
Other books in order

Aristotle and the Earlier Peripatetics (1962)
About Eduard Zeller
Eduard Gottlob Zeller was a German philosopher and Protestant theologian of the Tübingen School of theology. He was well known for his writings on Ancient Greek philosophy, especially pre-Socratic philosophy, and most of all for his celebrated, multi-volume historical treatise The Philosophy of Greeks in their Historical Development (1844–52). Zeller was also a central figure in the rise of neo-Kantianism.
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Eduard Zeller FAQ
- How many books has Eduard Zeller written?
- Eduard Zeller published 6 non-fiction books and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Eduard Zeller's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Socrates and the Socratic Schools.
- What is Eduard Zeller's last book?
- Outlines of the History of Greek Philosophy (1883).
- What is Eduard Zeller's most famous book?
- Socrates and the Socratic Schools (1868) is Eduard Zeller's most widely read book.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.