Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa books in order
German polymath, physician, legal scholar and soldier
- Lived
- 1486–1535
- Country
- Electorate of Cologne
- Books
- 3
- Also writes as
- Agrolla
Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa published 1 non-fiction book and 2 other books, beginning with The Vanity of Arts and Sciences (1531).
Updated September 2026
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The Vanity of Arts and Sciences
Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order

The Vanity of Arts and Sciences (1531)
Other books in order

[a Treatise of the Nobilitie and Excellencie of Womankynde (1542)

Female Pre-eminence, Or, the Dignity and Excellency of That Sex Above the Male (1578)
About Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa
Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa von Nettesheim was a German Renaissance polymath, physician, legal scholar, alchemist, soldier, knight, theologian, and occult writer.
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Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa FAQ
- How many books has Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa written?
- Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa published 1 non-fiction book and 2 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Vanity of Arts and Sciences.
- What is Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa's last book?
- The Vanity of Arts and Sciences (1531).
- What is Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa's most famous book?
- The Vanity of Arts and Sciences (1531) is Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa's most widely read book.
- Does Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa write under a pen name?
- Yes: Heinrich Cornelius Agrippa has also published as Agrolla.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.