Emil Cioran books in order
Romanian-French philosopher and essayist
- Lived
- 1911–1995
- Country
- Kingdom of Romania
- Books
- 11
Emil Cioran published 2 novels, 1 short story collection, 7 non-fiction books and 1 other book, beginning with On the Heights of Despair (1934). The best-known is The Trouble With (1973).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Emil Cioran
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The Trouble With
Emil Cioran's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
All Gall Is Divided (1952)
The Trouble With (1973)
Short story collections in order
Drawn and Quartered (1983)
Non-fiction in order
On the Heights of Despair (1934)
A Short History of Decay (1949)
The Temptation to Exist (1956)
History and Utopia (1960)
The Fall into Time (1970)
Tears and Saints (1986)
Anathemas and Admirations (1991)
Other books in order
The New Gods (1974)
About Emil Cioran
Emil Mihai Cioran was a Romanian philosopher, aphorist and essayist, who published works in both Romanian and French. His work has been noted for its pervasive philosophical pessimism, style, and aphorisms. His works frequently engaged with issues of suffering, decay, and nihilism. In 1937, Cioran moved to the Latin Quarter of Paris, which became his permanent residence, wherein he lived in seclusion with his partner, Simone Boué, until his death in 1995.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Emil Cioran FAQ
- How many books has Emil Cioran written?
- Emil Cioran published 2 novels, 1 short story collection, 7 non-fiction books and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Emil Cioran's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Trouble With.
- What is Emil Cioran's last book?
- Anathemas and Admirations (1991).
- What is Emil Cioran's most famous book?
- The Trouble With (1973) is Emil Cioran's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.