Ernest Lavisse published 3 non-fiction books and 3 other books, beginning with General View of the Political History of Europe (1891). The best-known is The Youth of Frederick the Great (1891).
Updated September 2026
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The Youth of Frederick the Great
Ernest Lavisse's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
General View of the Political History of Europe (1891)
Souvenirs (1912)
Histoire De France Contemporaine (1920)
Other books in order
The Youth of Frederick the Great (1891)
Histoire De France Depuis Les Origines Jusqu'a La Révolution (1901)
German Theory and Practice of War (1915)
About Ernest Lavisse
Ernest Lavisse was a French historian. He was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature five times. Lavisse is also known for being one of the main creator of the roman national, thanks to his history schoolbooks.
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Ernest Lavisse FAQ
- How many books has Ernest Lavisse written?
- Ernest Lavisse published 3 non-fiction books and 3 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Ernest Lavisse's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Youth of Frederick the Great.
- What is Ernest Lavisse's last book?
- Histoire De France Contemporaine (1920).
- What is Ernest Lavisse's most famous book?
- The Youth of Frederick the Great (1891) is Ernest Lavisse's most widely read book.
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