Johannes Kepler books in order
German mathematician and astronomer
- Lived
- 1572–1630
- Country
- Duchy of Württemberg
- Books
- 9
Johannes Kepler published 7 novels and 2 other books, beginning with Mysterium Cosmographicum (1595). The best-known is Epitome Astronomiae Copernicanae (1621).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Johannes Kepler
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Epitome Astronomiae Copernicanae
Johannes Kepler's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
Mysterium Cosmographicum (1595)
De Stella Nova (1606)
Astronomia Nova (1609)
Harmonices Mundi (1619)
Epitome Astronomiae Copernicanae (1621)
Rudolphine Tables (1627), with Tycho Brahe
Somnium (1634)
Other books in order
De Stella Nova in Pede Serpentarii (1606)
The Six-cornered Snowflake (1611)
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About Johannes Kepler
Johannes Kepler was a German polymath who was an astronomer, mathematician, astrologer, natural philosopher and music theorist. He is a key figure in the 17th-century Scientific Revolution, best known for his laws of planetary motion, and his books Astronomia nova, Harmonice Mundi, and Epitome Astronomiae Copernicanae. The variety and impact of his work made Kepler one of the founders and fathers of modern astronomy, the scientific method, natural science, and modern science. He has been described as the "father of science fiction" for his novel Somnium.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Johannes Kepler FAQ
- How many books has Johannes Kepler written?
- Johannes Kepler published 7 novels and 2 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Johannes Kepler's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Epitome Astronomiae Copernicanae.
- What is Johannes Kepler's last book?
- Rudolphine Tables (1627).
- What is Johannes Kepler's most famous book?
- Epitome Astronomiae Copernicanae (1621) is Johannes Kepler's most widely read book.
- Can I read Johannes Kepler's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by Johannes Kepler is in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.