Johann Ludwig Burckhardt published 3 non-fiction books and 1 other book, beginning with Travels in Nubia (1819).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Johann Ludwig Burckhardt
Non-fiction in order
Travels in Nubia (1819)
Travels in Arabia (1829)
Other books in order
Arabic Proverbs (1830)
About Johann Ludwig Burckhardt
Johann Ludwig Burckhardt was a Swiss traveller, geographer, and Orientalist. Burckhardt assumed the alias Sheikh Ibrahim Ibn Abdallah during his travels in Arabia. He wrote his letters in French and signed Louis. He is best known for rediscovering two of the world's most famous examples of rock-cut architecture – the ruins of the ancient Nabataean city of Petra in Jordan and the temples of Abu Simbel in Egypt.
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Johann Ludwig Burckhardt FAQ
- How many books has Johann Ludwig Burckhardt written?
- Johann Ludwig Burckhardt published 3 non-fiction books and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Johann Ludwig Burckhardt's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Travels in Nubia.
- What is Johann Ludwig Burckhardt's last book?
- Travels in Nubia (1819).
- What is Johann Ludwig Burckhardt's most famous book?
- Travels in Nubia (1819) is Johann Ludwig Burckhardt's most widely read book.
- Can I read Johann Ludwig Burckhardt's books for free?
- Yes. 3 books by Johann Ludwig Burckhardt 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.