Lev Shestov books in order
Russian existentialist philosopher
- Lived
- 1866–1938
- Country
- Russia
- Books
- 6
Lev Shestov published 5 non-fiction books and 1 other book, beginning with Penultimate Words (1916). The best-known is In Job's Balances (1932).
Updated September 2026
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In Job's Balances
Lev Shestov's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
Penultimate Words (1916)
All Things Are Possible (1920)
In Job's Balances (1932)
Athens and Jerusalem (1966)
Dostoevsky, Tolstoy, and Nietzsche (1969)
Other books in order
Kierkegaard and the Existential Philosophy (1969)
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About Lev Shestov
Lev Isaakovich Shestov, born Yeguda Lev Shvartsman, was a Russian existentialist and religious philosopher. He is best known for his critiques of both philosophical rationalism and positivism. His work advocated a movement beyond reason and metaphysics, arguing that these are incapable of conclusively establishing truth about ultimate problems, including the nature of God or existence. Contemporary scholars have associated his work with the label "anti-philosophy".
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Lev Shestov FAQ
- How many books has Lev Shestov written?
- Lev Shestov published 5 non-fiction books and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Lev Shestov's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with In Job's Balances.
- What is Lev Shestov's last book?
- In Job's Balances (1932).
- What is Lev Shestov's most famous book?
- In Job's Balances (1932) is Lev Shestov's most widely read book.
- Can I read Lev Shestov's books for free?
- Yes. 2 books by Lev Shestov are 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.