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Gottfried Keller books in order

Swiss poet and writer of German literature

Lived
1819–1890
Country
Switzerland
Books
5

Gottfried Keller published 2 novels, 2 novellas and 1 other book, beginning with Green Henry (1854). The best-known is Romeo Und Julia Auf Dem Dorfe (1856).

Updated September 2026

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Standalone novels in order

  1. Green Henry (1854)

    706 pages

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  2. The People of Seldwyla (1856)

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Novellas in order

  1. Romeo Und Julia Auf Dem Dorfe (1856)

    96 pages

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  2. Kleider Machen Leute (1911)

    82 pages

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Other books in order

  1. Seven Legends (1911)

    112 pages

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About Gottfried Keller

Gottfried Keller was a Swiss poet and writer of German literature. Best known for his novel Green Henry and his cycle of novellas called Seldwyla Folks, he became one of the most popular narrators of literary realism in the late 19th century.

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Gottfried Keller FAQ

How many books has Gottfried Keller written?
Gottfried Keller published 2 novels, 2 novellas and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Gottfried Keller's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Romeo Und Julia Auf Dem Dorfe.
What is Gottfried Keller's last book?
The People of Seldwyla (1856).
What is Gottfried Keller's most famous book?
Romeo Und Julia Auf Dem Dorfe (1856) is Gottfried Keller's most widely read book.
Can I read Gottfried Keller's books for free?
Yes. 3 books by Gottfried Keller 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.