Henry Dunant books in order
Swiss businessman and co-founder of the Red Cross
- Lived
- 1828–1910
- Country
- France
- Books
- 2
Henry Dunant published 1 novella and 1 non-fiction book, beginning with A Memory of Solferino (1862).
Updated September 2026
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A Memory of Solferino
Henry Dunant's most-read book.
Novellas in order
A Memory of Solferino (1862)
Non-fiction in order

The Origin of the Red Cross (1911)
About Henry Dunant
Henry Dunant, also known as Henri Dunant, was a Swiss humanitarian, businessman, social activist, and co-founder of the Red Cross. His humanitarian efforts won him the first Nobel Peace Prize in 1901.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Henry Dunant FAQ
- How many books has Henry Dunant written?
- Henry Dunant published 1 novella and 1 non-fiction book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Henry Dunant's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with A Memory of Solferino.
- What is Henry Dunant's last book?
- The Origin of the Red Cross (1911).
- What is Henry Dunant's most famous book?
- A Memory of Solferino (1862) is Henry Dunant's most widely read book.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.
