Portrait of Jules de Goncourt

Jules de Goncourt books in order

French writer

Lived
1830–1870
Country
France
Books
2

Jules de Goncourt published 2 novels, beginning with The Woman of the Eighteenth Century (1862).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Jules de Goncourt

Jules de Goncourt books in order of publication

  1. The Woman of the Eighteenth Century (1862)

    459 pages

  2. Germinie Lacerteux (1886), with Edmond de Goncourt

    256 pages

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About Jules de Goncourt

Jules Alfred Huot de Goncourt was a French writer, who published books together with his brother Edmond. Jules was born and died in Paris. His death at the age of 39 was at Auteuil of a stroke brought on by syphilis.

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

Jules de Goncourt FAQ

How many books has Jules de Goncourt written?
Jules de Goncourt published 2 novels that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Jules de Goncourt's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Woman of the Eighteenth Century.
What is Jules de Goncourt's last book?
The Woman of the Eighteenth Century (1862).
What is Jules de Goncourt's most famous book?
The Woman of the Eighteenth Century (1862) is Jules de Goncourt's most widely read book.
Can I read Jules de Goncourt's books for free?
Yes. 2 books by Jules de Goncourt 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.