Joost van den Vondel published 1 play, beginning with Lucifer (1654).
Updated September 2026
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About Joost van den Vondel
Joost van den Vondel was a Dutch playwright, poet, literary translator and writer. He is generally regarded as the greatest writer in the Dutch language as well as an important figure in the history of Western literature. In his native country, Vondel is often called the "Prince of Poets" and the Dutch language is sometimes referred to as "the language of Vondel". His oeuvre consists of 33 plays, a large number of poems in different genres and forms, an epic poem and many translations of predominantly classical literature. Vondel lived in the Dutch Republic during the Eighty Years' War and became the leading literary figure of the Dutch Golden Age.
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Joost van den Vondel FAQ
- How many books has Joost van den Vondel written?
- Joost van den Vondel published 1 play that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Joost van den Vondel's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Lucifer.
- What is Joost van den Vondel's last book?
- Lucifer (1654).
- What is Joost van den Vondel's most famous book?
- Lucifer (1654) is Joost van den Vondel's most widely read book.
- Can I read Joost van den Vondel's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by Joost van den Vondel is 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.