Karl Renner published 1 non-fiction book, beginning with The Institutions of Private Law and Their Social Functions (1949).
Updated September 2026
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The Institutions of Private Law and Their Social Functions (1949)
About Karl Renner
Karl Renner was an Austrian politician and jurist of the Social Democratic Workers' Party of Austria. He is often referred to as the "Father of the Republics" because he led the first government of the Republic of German-Austria and the First Austrian Republic in 1919 and 1920, and was once again decisive in establishing the present Second Republic after the fall of Nazi Germany in 1945, becoming its first President after World War II.
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Karl Renner FAQ
- How many books has Karl Renner written?
- Karl Renner published 1 non-fiction book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Karl Renner's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Institutions of Private Law and Their Social Functions.
- What is Karl Renner's last book?
- The Institutions of Private Law and Their Social Functions (1949).
- What is Karl Renner's most famous book?
- The Institutions of Private Law and Their Social Functions (1949) is Karl Renner's most widely read book.
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