Portrait of Joachim Heinrich Campe

Joachim Heinrich Campe books in order

German writer and academic

Lived
1746–1818
Country
Duchy of Brunswick
Books
6

Joachim Heinrich Campe published 1 novel, 3 children's books and 2 other books, beginning with New Robinson Crusoe (1782).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Joachim Heinrich Campe

Standalone novels in order

  1. New Robinson Crusoe (1782)

    187 pages

Children's books in order

  1. Columbus, Or, the Discovery of America (1799)

    270 pages

  2. The Discovery of America (1799)

    221 pages

  3. Polar Scenes (1822)

    141 pages

Other books in order

  1. Robinson the Younger (1802)

    327 pages

  2. Fata Robinsonis Crusöei Latinè Reddita (1809)

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About Joachim Heinrich Campe

Joachim Heinrich Campe was a German writer, linguist, educator and publisher. He was a major representative of philanthropinism and the German Enlightenment.

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

Joachim Heinrich Campe FAQ

How many books has Joachim Heinrich Campe written?
Joachim Heinrich Campe published 1 novel, 3 children's books and 2 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Joachim Heinrich Campe's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with New Robinson Crusoe.
What is Joachim Heinrich Campe's last book?
New Robinson Crusoe (1782).
What is Joachim Heinrich Campe's most famous book?
New Robinson Crusoe (1782) is Joachim Heinrich Campe's most widely read book.
Can I read Joachim Heinrich Campe's books for free?
Yes. 2 books by Joachim Heinrich Campe 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.