Macrobius books in order
Ancient Roman author (5th century)
- Lived
- 370–430
- Country
- Ancient Rome
- Books
- 2
Macrobius published 1 non-fiction book and 1 poetry collection. The best-known is Commentarii in Somnium Scipionis.
Updated September 2026
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Commentarii in Somnium Scipionis
Macrobius's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
Commentarii in Somnium Scipionis (1515)
Poetry in order
Saturnalia (1994)
About Macrobius
Macrobius Ambrosius Theodosius, usually referred to as Macrobius, was a Roman provincial who lived during the early fifth century, during late antiquity, the period of time corresponding to the later Roman Empire, and when Latin was as widespread as Greek among the elite. He is primarily known for his writings, which include the widely copied and read Commentarii in Somnium Scipionis about Somnium Scipionis, which was one of the most important sources for Neoplatonism in the Latin West during the Middle Ages; the Saturnalia, a compendium of ancient Roman religious and antiquarian lore; and De differentiis et societatibus graeci latinique verbi, which is now lost.
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Macrobius FAQ
- How many books has Macrobius written?
- Macrobius published 1 non-fiction book and 1 poetry collection that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Macrobius's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Commentarii in Somnium Scipionis.
- What is Macrobius's most famous book?
- Commentarii in Somnium Scipionis is Macrobius's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.