How many books has Khachatur Abovian written?

Khachatur Abovian published 1 novel that we list, as of September 2026.

What order should I read Khachatur Abovian's books in?

Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Wounds of Armenia.

What is Khachatur Abovian's most famous book?

Wounds of Armenia is Khachatur Abovian's most widely read book.

Khachatur Abovian books in order

Armenian writer, activist, academic

Lived: 1809–1848
Country: Erivan Khanate
Books: 1

Khachatur Abovian published 1 novel. The best-known is Wounds of Armenia.

Updated September 2026

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Wounds of Armenia
Khachatur Abovian's most-read book.

Khachatur Abovian books in order of publication

Wounds of Armenia (1858)
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About Khachatur Abovian

Khachatur Abovian was an Armenian polymath, educator, scientist, philosopher, writer, poet and an advocate of modernization. He mysteriously vanished in 1848 and was eventually presumed dead. Reputed as the father of modern Armenian literature, he is best remembered for his novel Wounds of Armenia. Written in 1841 and published posthumously in 1858, it was the first novel published in the Modern Armenian language, based on the Yerevan dialect instead of Classical Armenian.

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Khachatur Abovian FAQ

How many books has Khachatur Abovian written?: Khachatur Abovian published 1 novel that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Khachatur Abovian's books in?: Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Wounds of Armenia.
What is Khachatur Abovian's most famous book?: Wounds of Armenia is Khachatur Abovian's most widely read book.