Marcus Aurelius books in order
16th Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 and Stoic philosopher
- Lived
- 121–180
- Country
- Ancient Rome
- Books
- 1
Marcus Aurelius published 1 novel. The best-known is Meditations.
Updated September 2026
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Marcus Aurelius books in order of publication
Meditations (1626)
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About Marcus Aurelius
Marcus Aurelius Antoninus was Roman emperor from 161 to 180 and a Stoic philosopher. He was a member of the Nerva–Antonine dynasty, the last of the rulers later known as the Five Good Emperors and the last emperor of the Pax Romana, an age of relative peace, calm, and stability for the Roman Empire lasting from 27 BC to 180 AD. He served as Roman consul in 140, 145, and 161.
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Marcus Aurelius FAQ
- How many books has Marcus Aurelius written?
- Marcus Aurelius published 1 novel that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Marcus Aurelius's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Meditations.
- What is Marcus Aurelius's most famous book?
- Meditations is Marcus Aurelius's most widely read book.
- Can I read Marcus Aurelius's books for free?
- Yes. 4 books by Marcus Aurelius 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.