Mikhail Naimy books in order
Author, poet, novelist, critic, biographer
- Lived
- 1889–1988
- Country
- Lebanese Republic under French mandate
- Books
- 4
Mikhail Naimy published 2 novels, 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book, beginning with The Book of Mirdad (1948).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Mikhail Naimy
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The Book of Mirdad
Mikhail Naimy's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
The Book of Mirdad (1948)
The Book of Mirdad, a Lighthouse and a Haven (1954)
Non-fiction in order
Kahlil Gibran (1950)
Other books in order
Memoirs of a Vagrant Soul (1952)
About Mikhail Naimy
Mikha'il Nu'ayma, better known in English by his pen name Mikhail Naimy, was a Lebanese poet, novelist, and philosopher, famous for his spiritual writings, notably The Book of Mirdad. He is widely recognized as one of the most important figures in modern Arabic literature and one of the most important spiritual writers of the 20th century.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Mikhail Naimy FAQ
- How many books has Mikhail Naimy written?
- Mikhail Naimy published 2 novels, 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Mikhail Naimy's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Book of Mirdad.
- What is Mikhail Naimy's last book?
- The Book of Mirdad, a Lighthouse and a Haven (1954).
- What is Mikhail Naimy's most famous book?
- The Book of Mirdad (1948) is Mikhail Naimy's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.