Julius Caesar books in order
Roman general and dictator
- Lived
- 99 BC–43 BC
- Country
- Ancient Rome
- Books
- 3
Julius Caesar published 2 novels and 1 non-fiction book, beginning with Commentarii De Bello Gallico (57 BC). The best-known is Lex Julia De Repetundis (58 BC).
Updated September 2026
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Lex Julia De Repetundis
Julius Caesar's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
Commentarii De Bello Gallico (57 BC)
Lex Julia De Repetundis (58 BC)
Non-fiction in order
Commentarii De Bello Civili (1890)
Film and TV adaptations
- Caesar the Conqueror (1962)Film · from Commentarii De Bello Gallico
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About Julius Caesar
Gaius Julius Caesar was a Roman general, statesman, and author who was the dictator of the Roman Republic almost continuously from 49 BC until his assassination in 44 BC. A member of the First Triumvirate, he led the Roman armies through the Gallic Wars and defeated his political rival Pompey in Caesar's civil war. He consolidated power and was titled as dictator perpetuo in 44 BC, helping create the political conditions that led to the collapse of the Roman Republic and the emergence of the Roman Empire. For his role in these events, he is regarded as one of history's most influential figures.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Julius Caesar FAQ
- How many books has Julius Caesar written?
- Julius Caesar published 2 novels and 1 non-fiction book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Julius Caesar's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Lex Julia De Repetundis.
- What is Julius Caesar's last book?
- Lex Julia De Repetundis (58 BC).
- What is Julius Caesar's most famous book?
- Lex Julia De Repetundis (58 BC) is Julius Caesar's most widely read book.
- Which Julius Caesar books have been adapted?
- 1 book has been adapted for film or TV, including Commentarii De Bello Gallico (as Caesar the Conqueror, film, 1962).
- Can I read Julius Caesar's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by Julius Caesar 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.