John Lydgate published 1 non-fiction book and 1 poetry collection. The best-known is Siege of Thebes.
Updated September 2026
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Siege of Thebes
John Lydgate's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
Siege of Thebes (1497)
Poetry in order
Stans Puer Ad Mensam (1476)
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About John Lydgate
John Lydgate of Bury was an English monk and poet, born in Lidgate, near Haverhill, Suffolk, England.
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John Lydgate FAQ
- How many books has John Lydgate written?
- John Lydgate published 1 non-fiction book and 1 poetry collection that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read John Lydgate's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Siege of Thebes.
- What is John Lydgate's most famous book?
- Siege of Thebes is John Lydgate's most widely read book.
- Can I read John Lydgate's books for free?
- Yes. 2 books by John Lydgate 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.