Portrait of Judith Gautier

Judith Gautier books in order

French poet and historical novelist

Lived
1845–1917
Country
France
Books
6
Also writes as
F. Chaulnes, Judith Walter

Judith Gautier published 1 novel, 1 non-fiction book, 2 poetry collections and 2 other books, beginning with The Usurper (1884). The best-known is The Daughter of Heaven (1912).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Judith Gautier

Standalone novels in order

  1. The Usurper (1884)

    368 pages

Non-fiction in order

  1. Wagner at Home (1910)

    267 pages

Poetry in order

  1. The Book of Jade (1901)

    131 pages

  2. Chinese Lyrics from the Book of Jade (1918)

    53 pages

Other books in order

  1. The Daughter of Heaven (1912)

    192 pages

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About Judith Gautier

Judith Gautier was a French poet, translator and historical novelist, the daughter of Théophile Gautier and Ernesta Grisi, sister of the noted singer and ballet dancer Carlotta Grisi.

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

Judith Gautier FAQ

How many books has Judith Gautier written?
Judith Gautier published 1 novel, 1 non-fiction book, 2 poetry collections and 2 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Judith Gautier's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Daughter of Heaven.
What is Judith Gautier's last book?
Wagner at Home (1910).
What is Judith Gautier's most famous book?
The Daughter of Heaven (1912) is Judith Gautier's most widely read book.
Does Judith Gautier write under a pen name?
Yes: Judith Gautier has also published as F. Chaulnes and Judith Walter.
Can I read Judith Gautier's books for free?
Yes. 5 books by Judith Gautier 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.