
Karl Lachmann books in order
German philologist and critic
- Lived
- 1793–1851
- Country
- Principality of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel
- Books
- 1
Karl Lachmann published 1 book. The best-known is Iwein: Eine Erzählung.
Updated September 2026
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Iwein: Eine Erzählung
Karl Lachmann's most-read book.
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Iwein: Eine Erzählung (1868)
About Karl Lachmann
Karl Konrad Friedrich Wilhelm Lachmann was a German philologist and critic. He is particularly noted for his foundational contributions to the field of textual criticism.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Karl Lachmann FAQ
- How many books has Karl Lachmann written?
- Karl Lachmann published 1 book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Karl Lachmann's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Iwein: Eine Erzählung.
- What is Karl Lachmann's most famous book?
- Iwein: Eine Erzählung is Karl Lachmann's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.