Franz Liszt published 2 non-fiction books and 3 other books, beginning with Frederic Chopin (1863).
Updated September 2026
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Frederic Chopin
Franz Liszt's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
Life of Chopin (1911)
The Gipsy in Music (1926)
Other books in order
Frederic Chopin (1863)
Letters of Franz Liszt (1893)
Sonata in B Minor (1909)
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About Franz Liszt
Franz Liszt was a Hungarian composer, virtuoso pianist, conductor and teacher of the Romantic period. With a diverse body of work spanning more than six decades, he is considered to be one of the most prolific and influential composers of his era, and his piano works continue to be widely performed and recorded.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Franz Liszt FAQ
- How many books has Franz Liszt written?
- Franz Liszt published 2 non-fiction books and 3 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Franz Liszt's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Frederic Chopin.
- What is Franz Liszt's last book?
- Frederic Chopin (1863).
- What is Franz Liszt's most famous book?
- Frederic Chopin (1863) is Franz Liszt's most widely read book.
- Can I read Franz Liszt's books for free?
- Yes. 5 books by Franz Liszt are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.