Juan Manuel books in order
Spanish prince and writer
- Lived
- 1282–1349
- Country
- Crown of Castile
- Books
- 1
Juan Manuel published 1 short story collection, beginning with Tales of Count Lucanor (1335).
Updated September 2026
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Tales of Count Lucanor
Juan Manuel's most-read book.
Short story collections in order
Tales of Count Lucanor (1335)
About Juan Manuel
Don Juan Manuel was a Spanish medieval writer, nephew of Alfonso X of Castile, son of Manuel of Castile and Beatrice of Savoy. He inherited from his father the great Lordship of Villena, receiving the titles of Lord, Duke and lastly Prince of Villena. He married three times, choosing his wives for political and economic convenience, and worked to match his children with partners associated with royalty. Juan Manuel became one of the richest and most powerful men of his time, coining his own currency as the kings did. During his life, he was criticised for choosing literature as his vocation, an activity thought inferior for a nobleman of such prestige.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Juan Manuel FAQ
- How many books has Juan Manuel written?
- Juan Manuel published 1 short story collection that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Juan Manuel's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Tales of Count Lucanor.
- What is Juan Manuel's last book?
- Tales of Count Lucanor (1335).
- What is Juan Manuel's most famous book?
- Tales of Count Lucanor (1335) is Juan Manuel's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.