Louis-Sébastien Mercier published 2 novels and 1 play, beginning with L’An 2440, Rêve S´il En Fut Jamais (1771). The best-known is Memoirs of the Year Two Thousand Five Hundred (1795).
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Memoirs of the Year Two Thousand Five Hundred
Louis-Sébastien Mercier's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
L’An 2440, Rêve S´il En Fut Jamais (1771)
Memoirs of the Year Two Thousand Five Hundred (1795)
Plays in order
La Brouette Du Vinaigrier (1775)
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About Louis-Sébastien Mercier
Louis-Sébastien Mercier was a French dramatist and writer, whose 1771 novel L'An 2440 is an example of proto-science fiction.
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Louis-Sébastien Mercier FAQ
- How many books has Louis-Sébastien Mercier written?
- Louis-Sébastien Mercier published 2 novels and 1 play that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Louis-Sébastien Mercier's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Memoirs of the Year Two Thousand Five Hundred.
- What is Louis-Sébastien Mercier's last book?
- Memoirs of the Year Two Thousand Five Hundred (1795).
- What is Louis-Sébastien Mercier's most famous book?
- Memoirs of the Year Two Thousand Five Hundred (1795) is Louis-Sébastien Mercier's most widely read book.
- Can I read Louis-Sébastien Mercier's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by Louis-Sébastien Mercier is in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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