Edward Gibbon published 3 non-fiction books and 2 other books, beginning with The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire (1776).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Edward Gibbon
Non-fiction in order
The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire (1800)
Memoirs of the Public Character and Life of Alexander the First, Emperor of All the Russias (1818)
Other books in order
An Essay on the Study of Literature (1761)
The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire: By Edward Gibbon (1788)
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All free classicsThe History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire
History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire — Volume 1
History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire — Volume 6
History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire — Volume 2
History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire — Volume 3
Private Letters of Edward Gibbon (1753-1794) Volume 1 (of 2)
History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire — Volume 5
History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire — Volume 4
Memoirs of My Life and Writings
Private Letters of Edward Gibbon (1753-1794) Volume 2 (of 2)
About Edward Gibbon
Edward Gibbon was a British essayist, historian and politician. His most important and influential work, The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, was published in six volumes between 1776 and 1789, to critical and commercial success. It is known for the quality and irony of its prose, its use of primary sources, and its polemical criticism of organised religion.
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Edward Gibbon FAQ
- How many books has Edward Gibbon written?
- Edward Gibbon published 3 non-fiction books and 2 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Edward Gibbon's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire.
- What is Edward Gibbon's last book?
- The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire (1776).
- What is Edward Gibbon's most famous book?
- The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire (1776) is Edward Gibbon's most widely read book.
- Can I read Edward Gibbon's books for free?
- Yes. 11 books by Edward Gibbon 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.