Ge Hong books in order
4th century Chinese scholar and philosopher
- Lived
- 284–364
- Country
- Eastern Jin dynasty
- Books
- 1
Ge Hong published 1 non-fiction book. The best-known is Baopuzi.
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Ge Hong
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Baopuzi
Ge Hong's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
Baopuzi (1965)
About Ge Hong
Ge Hong, courtesy name Zhichuan (稚川), was a Chinese linguist, philosopher, physician, politician, and writer during the Eastern Jin dynasty. He was the author of Essays on Chinese Characters, the Baopuzi, the Emergency Formulae at an Elbow's Length, among others. He was the originator of first aid in traditional Chinese medicine and influenced later generations.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Ge Hong FAQ
- How many books has Ge Hong written?
- Ge Hong published 1 non-fiction book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Ge Hong's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Baopuzi.
- What is Ge Hong's most famous book?
- Baopuzi is Ge Hong's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.