Émile Ollivier published 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book, beginning with The Franco-Prussian War and Its Hidden Causes (1912).
Updated September 2026
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The Franco-Prussian War and Its Hidden Causes
Émile Ollivier's most-read book.
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Journal, 1846-1869 (1961)
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The Franco-Prussian War and Its Hidden Causes (1912)
About Émile Ollivier
Olivier Émile Ollivier was a French statesman. Starting as an avid republican opposed to Emperor Napoleon III, he pushed the Emperor toward liberal reforms and in turn came increasingly into Napoleon's grip. He entered the cabinet and was the prime minister when Napoleon fell.
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Émile Ollivier FAQ
- How many books has Émile Ollivier written?
- Émile Ollivier published 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Émile Ollivier's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Franco-Prussian War and Its Hidden Causes.
- What is Émile Ollivier's last book?
- The Franco-Prussian War and Its Hidden Causes (1912).
- What is Émile Ollivier's most famous book?
- The Franco-Prussian War and Its Hidden Causes (1912) is Émile Ollivier'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.