Martianus Capella books in order
Latin prose writer of Late Antiquity
- Lived
- 360–428
- Country
- Western Roman Empire
- Books
- 1
Martianus Capella published 1 non-fiction book. The best-known is The Marriage of Philology and Mercury.
Updated September 2026
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The Marriage of Philology and Mercury
Martianus Capella's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
The Marriage of Philology and Mercury (500)
About Martianus Capella
Martianus Minneus Felix Capella was a jurist, polymath and Latin prose writer of late antiquity, one of the earliest developers of the system of the seven liberal arts that structured early medieval education. He was a native of Madaura.
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Martianus Capella FAQ
- How many books has Martianus Capella written?
- Martianus Capella published 1 non-fiction book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Martianus Capella's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Marriage of Philology and Mercury.
- What is Martianus Capella's most famous book?
- The Marriage of Philology and Mercury is Martianus Capella's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.