Hermann Sudermann books in order
German dramatist and novelist
- Lived
- 1857–1928
- Country
- Germany
- Books
- 13
Hermann Sudermann published 2 novels, 1 play and 10 other books, beginning with Frau Sorge (1892). The best-known is The Excursion to Tilsit (1930).
Updated September 2026
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The Excursion to Tilsit
Hermann Sudermann's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order

Frau Sorge (1892)

The Song of Songs (1908)
Plays in order

Heimat (1893)
Other books in order

Iolanthe's Wedding (1892)

Magda (1895)

Fires of St. John (1900)

The Joy of Living (Es Lebe Das Leben) (1902)

Roses (1909)

The Far-away Princess (1909)

Morituri (1910)


Litauische Geschichten (1917)
The Excursion to Tilsit (1930)
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Hermann Sudermann was a German dramatist and novelist.
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Hermann Sudermann FAQ
- How many books has Hermann Sudermann written?
- Hermann Sudermann published 2 novels, 1 play and 10 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Hermann Sudermann's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Excursion to Tilsit.
- What is Hermann Sudermann's last book?
- The Song of Songs (1908).
- What is Hermann Sudermann's most famous book?
- The Excursion to Tilsit (1930) is Hermann Sudermann's most widely read book.
- Can I read Hermann Sudermann's books for free?
- Yes. 12 books by Hermann Sudermann 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.





