Friedrich Reinhold Kreutzwald books in order
Estonian writer, author of the national epic Kalevipoeg
- Lived
- 1803–1882
- Country
- Russia
- Books
- 1
Friedrich Reinhold Kreutzwald published 1 poetry collection, beginning with Kalevipoeg (1857).
Updated September 2026
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Kalevipoeg
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Kalevipoeg (1857)
About Friedrich Reinhold Kreutzwald
Friedrich Reinhold Kreutzwald was an Estonian writer who is considered to be the father of the national literature for the country. He is the author of Estonian national epic Kalevipoeg.
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Friedrich Reinhold Kreutzwald FAQ
- How many books has Friedrich Reinhold Kreutzwald written?
- Friedrich Reinhold Kreutzwald published 1 poetry collection that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Friedrich Reinhold Kreutzwald's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Kalevipoeg.
- What is Friedrich Reinhold Kreutzwald's last book?
- Kalevipoeg (1857).
- What is Friedrich Reinhold Kreutzwald's most famous book?
- Kalevipoeg (1857) is Friedrich Reinhold Kreutzwald's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.