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French natural historian

Lived
1707–1788
Country
France
Books
5

Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon published 1 novel and 4 non-fiction books, beginning with Histoire Naturelle (1749).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon

Standalone novels in order

  1. Encyclopédie (1751), with Denis Diderot and Jean-Jacques Rousseau

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Non-fiction in order

  1. Histoire Naturelle (1749)

    127 pages

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  2. Natural History, General and Particular (1791)

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  3. The System of Natural History (1791)

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  4. Natural History of Birds, Fish, Insects, and Reptiles (1792)

    496 pages

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About Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon

Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon was a French naturalist, mathematician, and cosmologist. He held the position of intendant (director) at the Jardin du Roi.

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Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon FAQ

How many books has Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon written?
Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon published 1 novel and 4 non-fiction books that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Histoire Naturelle.
What is Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's last book?
Encyclopédie (1751).
What is Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's most famous book?
Histoire Naturelle (1749) is Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's most widely read book.
Can I read Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon's books for free?
Yes. 10 books by Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.

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