Juvenal published 1 poetry collection. The best-known is Satires.
Updated September 2026
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About Juvenal
Decimus Junius Juvenalis, known in English as Juvenal, was a Roman poet. He is the author of the Satires, a collection of satirical poems. The details of Juvenal's life are unclear, but references in his works to people from the late first and early second centuries suggest that he began writing no earlier than that time. One recent scholar argues that his first book was published in 100 or 101. A reference to a political figure dates his fifth and final surviving book to sometime after 127.
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Juvenal FAQ
- How many books has Juvenal written?
- Juvenal published 1 poetry collection that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Juvenal's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Satires.
- What is Juvenal's most famous book?
- Satires is Juvenal's most widely read book.
- Can I read Juvenal's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by Juvenal 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.