Portrait of Jonas Lie

Jonas Lie books in order

Norwegian novelist

Lived
1833–1908
Country
Norway
Books
5

Jonas Lie published 4 novels and 1 other book, beginning with The Pilot and His Wife (1876).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Jonas Lie

Standalone novels in order

  1. The Pilot and His Wife (1876)

    212 pages

  2. Gaa Paa! (1882)

  3. One of Life's Slaves (1895)

    160 pages

  4. The Family at Gilje (1920)

    245 pages

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About Jonas Lie

Jonas Lauritz Idemil Lie was a Norwegian novelist, poet, and playwright who, together with Henrik Ibsen, Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson and Alexander Kielland, is considered one of the Four Greats of 19th-century Norwegian literature.

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Jonas Lie FAQ

How many books has Jonas Lie written?
Jonas Lie published 4 novels and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Jonas Lie's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Pilot and His Wife.
What is Jonas Lie's last book?
One of Life's Slaves (1895).
What is Jonas Lie's most famous book?
The Pilot and His Wife (1876) is Jonas Lie's most widely read book.
Can I read Jonas Lie's books for free?
Yes. 5 books by Jonas Lie 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.