John Webster published 2 plays, beginning with The White Devil (1612).
Updated September 2026
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The White Devil (1612)
The Duchess of Malfi (1623)
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About John Webster
John Webster was an English Jacobean dramatist best known for his tragedies The White Devil and The Duchess of Malfi, which are often seen as masterpieces of the early 17th-century English stage. His life and career overlapped with Shakespeare's.
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John Webster FAQ
- How many books has John Webster written?
- John Webster published 2 plays that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read John Webster's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The White Devil.
- What is John Webster's last book?
- The Duchess of Malfi (1623).
- What is John Webster's most famous book?
- The White Devil (1612) is John Webster's most widely read book.
- Can I read John Webster's books for free?
- Yes. 3 books by John Webster 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.