Euclid books in order
Ancient Greek mathematician
- Lived
- 333 BC–284 BC
- Country
- Ancient Greece
- Books
- 2
Euclid published 1 novella and 1 other book, beginning with Phaenomena (299 BC).
Updated September 2026
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Phaenomena
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Phaenomena (299 BC)
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Elements (1482)
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About Euclid
Euclid was an ancient Greek mathematician active as a geometer and logician. Considered the "father of geometry", he is chiefly known for the Elements treatise, which established the foundations of geometry that largely dominated the field until the early 19th century. His system, now referred to as Euclidean geometry, involved innovations in combination with a synthesis of theories from earlier Greek mathematicians, including Eudoxus of Cnidus, Hippocrates of Chios, Thales and Theaetetus. With Archimedes and Apollonius of Perga, Euclid is generally considered among the greatest mathematicians of antiquity, and one of the most influential in the history of mathematics.
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Euclid FAQ
- How many books has Euclid written?
- Euclid published 1 novella and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Euclid's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Phaenomena.
- What is Euclid's last book?
- Phaenomena (299 BC).
- What is Euclid's most famous book?
- Phaenomena (299 BC) is Euclid's most widely read book.
- Can I read Euclid's books for free?
- Yes. 2 books by Euclid are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.