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German psychiatrist and children's writer

Lived
1809–1894
Country
Germany
Books
2

Heinrich Hoffmann published 1 novella and 1 children's book, beginning with Struwwelpeter (1845).

Updated September 2026

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Novellas in order

  1. Slovenly Peter (1900)

    90 pages

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Children's books in order

  1. Struwwelpeter (1845)

    ★ 4.5 (19 ratings)

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About Heinrich Hoffmann

Heinrich Hoffmann was a German psychiatrist, who also wrote some short works including Der Struwwelpeter, an illustrated book portraying children misbehaving.

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

Heinrich Hoffmann FAQ

How many books has Heinrich Hoffmann written?
Heinrich Hoffmann published 1 novella and 1 children's book that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Heinrich Hoffmann's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Struwwelpeter.
What is Heinrich Hoffmann's last book?
Struwwelpeter (1845).
What is Heinrich Hoffmann's most famous book?
Struwwelpeter (1845) is Heinrich Hoffmann's most widely read book.
Can I read Heinrich Hoffmann's books for free?
Yes. 2 books by Heinrich Hoffmann 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.