Portrait of Jane Wilde

Jane Wilde books in order

Irish poet and writer, editor

Lived
1821–1896
Country
Ireland
Books
3
Also writes as
Speranza, John Fanshawe Ellis

Jane Wilde published 1 non-fiction book and 2 other books, beginning with Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms & Superstitions of Ireland (1887).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Jane Wilde

Non-fiction in order

  1. Social Studies (1893)

    349 pages

Other books in order

  1. Ancient Cures, Charms, and Usages of Ireland (1890)

    256 pages

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About Jane Wilde

Jane Francesca Agnes Wilde, Lady Wilde was an Irish poet who wrote under the pen name Speranza and supporter of the nationalist movement. Lady Wilde had a special interest in Irish folktales, which she helped to gather and was the mother of Oscar Wilde and Willie Wilde.

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Jane Wilde FAQ

How many books has Jane Wilde written?
Jane Wilde published 1 non-fiction book and 2 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Jane Wilde's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms & Superstitions of Ireland.
What is Jane Wilde's last book?
Social Studies (1893).
What is Jane Wilde's most famous book?
Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms & Superstitions of Ireland (1887) is Jane Wilde's most widely read book.
Does Jane Wilde write under a pen name?
Yes: Jane Wilde has also published as Speranza and John Fanshawe Ellis.
Can I read Jane Wilde's books for free?
Yes. 2 books by Jane Wilde 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.