Edward Bernays books in order
American propaganda and marketing pioneer
- Lived
- 1891–1995
- Country
- Cisleithania
- Books
- 9
Edward Bernays published 1 novel, 4 non-fiction books and 4 other books, beginning with Crystallizing Public Opinion (1923). The best-known is Propaganda (1928).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Edward Bernays
Standalone novels in order
The Engineering of Consent (1947)
Non-fiction in order
Crystallizing Public Opinion (1923)
Propaganda (1928)
Biography of an Idea (1965)
Edward Bernays Reader (2021)
Other books in order
Speak Up for Democracy (1940)
Public Relations (1945)
Your Future in Public Relations (1961)
The Case for Reappraisal of U.s. Overseas Information Policies and Programs, Incorporating Congressman Fascell's Report, Edited by Edward L. Bernays, Burnet Hershey (1970)
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About Edward Bernays
Edward Louis Bernays was an Austrian-American pioneer in the field of public relations and propaganda, referred to in his obituary as "the father of public relations". While credited with advancing the profession of public relations, his techniques have been criticized for manipulating public opinion, often in ways that undermined individual autonomy and democratic values.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Edward Bernays FAQ
- How many books has Edward Bernays written?
- Edward Bernays published 1 novel, 4 non-fiction books and 4 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Edward Bernays's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Propaganda.
- What is Edward Bernays's last book?
- Biography of an Idea (1965).
- What is Edward Bernays's most famous book?
- Propaganda (1928) is Edward Bernays's most widely read book.
- Can I read Edward Bernays's books for free?
- Yes. 3 books by Edward Bernays 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.