How many books has J. D. Bernal written?

J. D. Bernal published 1 novel that we list, as of September 2026.

What order should I read J. D. Bernal's books in?

Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Science in History.

What is J. D. Bernal's most famous book?

Science in History (1954) is J. D. Bernal's most widely read book.

J. D. Bernal books in order

Irish scientist

Lived: 1901–1971
Country: United Kingdom
Books: 1

J. D. Bernal published 1 novel, beginning with Science in History (1954).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with J. D. Bernal

Start here
Science in History
J. D. Bernal's most-read book.

J. D. Bernal books in order of publication

Science in History (1954)
Buy

About J. D. Bernal

John Desmond Bernal was an Irish scientist who pioneered the use of X-ray crystallography in molecular biology. He published extensively on the history of science. In addition, Bernal wrote popular books on science and society. He was a communist activist and a member of the Communist Party of Great Britain (CPGB).

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.

J. D. Bernal FAQ

How many books has J. D. Bernal written?: J. D. Bernal published 1 novel that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read J. D. Bernal's books in?: Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Science in History.
What is J. D. Bernal's last book?: Science in History (1954).
What is J. D. Bernal's most famous book?: Science in History (1954) is J. D. Bernal's most widely read book.

Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.