Epicurus books in order
Ancient Greek philosopher
- Lived
- 341 BC–269 BC
- Country
- Ancient Greece
- Books
- 2
Epicurus published 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book. The best-known is Letter to Menoeceus.
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Epicurus
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Letter to Menoeceus
Epicurus's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
Letter to Menoeceus (1993)
Other books in order
Epicurea (1987)
About Epicurus
Epicurus was an ancient Greek philosopher who founded the philosophical school of Epicureanism, which teaches that management of one's desires, removal of unnecessary fears, friendship, and virtuous living lead to a pleasant life and constant happiness, the highest good.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Epicurus FAQ
- How many books has Epicurus written?
- Epicurus published 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Epicurus's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Letter to Menoeceus.
- What is Epicurus's most famous book?
- Letter to Menoeceus is Epicurus's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.