John of Salisbury books in order
English philosopher and theologian
- Lived
- 1110–1180
- Country
- England
- Books
- 1
John of Salisbury published 1 non-fiction book, beginning with Policraticus (1159).
Updated September 2026
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Policraticus
John of Salisbury's most-read book.
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Policraticus (1159)
About John of Salisbury
John of Salisbury, who described himself as Johannes Parvus, was an English author, philosopher, educationalist, diplomat and bishop of Chartres. The historian Hans Liebeschuetz described him as one of the most notable figures of the "medieval Renaissance" of the 12th century.
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John of Salisbury FAQ
- How many books has John of Salisbury written?
- John of Salisbury published 1 non-fiction book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read John of Salisbury's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Policraticus.
- What is John of Salisbury's last book?
- Policraticus (1159).
- What is John of Salisbury's most famous book?
- Policraticus (1159) is John of Salisbury's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.