Jakob Wassermann published 8 novels and 4 non-fiction books, beginning with Alexander in Babylon (1905). The best-known is Columbus, Don Quixote of the Seas (1930).
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Columbus, Don Quixote of the Seas
Jakob Wassermann's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
Alexander in Babylon (1905)
Die Juden Von Zirndorf (1918)
The World's Illusion (1919)
The Goose Man (1922)
Wedlock (1926)
Caspar Hauser (1928)
The Maurizius Case (1928)
Caspar Hauser, the Enigma of a Century (1973)
Non-fiction in order
Das Gänsemännchen (1915)
Columbus, Don Quixote of the Seas (1930)
Bula Matari (1932)
My Life as German and Jew (1933)
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About Jakob Wassermann
Jakob Wassermann was a German writer and novelist.
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Jakob Wassermann FAQ
- How many books has Jakob Wassermann written?
- Jakob Wassermann published 8 novels and 4 non-fiction books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Jakob Wassermann's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Columbus, Don Quixote of the Seas.
- What is Jakob Wassermann's last book?
- My Life as German and Jew (1933).
- What is Jakob Wassermann's most famous book?
- Columbus, Don Quixote of the Seas (1930) is Jakob Wassermann's most widely read book.
- Can I read Jakob Wassermann's books for free?
- Yes. 3 books by Jakob Wassermann are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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