Ibn Khaldun published 2 novels, 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book, beginning with Lubābu L-Muhassal (1351).
Updated September 2026
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Lubābu L-Muhassal
Ibn Khaldun's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
Lubābu L-Muhassal (1351)
The Requirements of the Sufi Path (Nov 2022)
Non-fiction in order
Muqaddimah (1957)
Other books in order
al- Muqaddima
About Ibn Khaldun
Ibn Khaldūn was an Arab scholar, historian, philosopher, and sociologist. He is widely acknowledged to be one of the greatest social scientists of the Middle Ages, and is considered by a number of scholars to be a major forerunner of historiography, sociology, economics, and demography studies.
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Ibn Khaldun FAQ
- How many books has Ibn Khaldun written?
- Ibn Khaldun published 2 novels, 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Ibn Khaldun's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Lubābu L-Muhassal.
- What is Ibn Khaldun's last book?
- Lubābu L-Muhassal (1351).
- What is Ibn Khaldun's most famous book?
- Lubābu L-Muhassal (1351) is Ibn Khaldun'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.