Portrait of Paul Lafargue

Paul Lafargue books in order

Writer, journalist, literary critic and revolutionary; also known for being Karl Marx's son-in-law

Lived
1842–1911
Country
France
Books
3

Paul Lafargue published 1 novella, 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book, beginning with The Right to Be Lazy (1880).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Paul Lafargue

Novellas in order

  1. The Right to Be Lazy (1880)

    79 pages

Non-fiction in order

  1. Social and Philosophical Studies (1906)

    165 pages

Other books in order

  1. The Evolution of Property from Savagery to Civilization (1890)

    174 pages

About Paul Lafargue

Paul Lafargue was a Cuban-born French political writer, economist, journalist, literary critic, and activist. His best known work is The Right to Be Lazy. Born in Cuba to French and Creole parents, Lafargue spent most of his life in France, with periods in England and Spain.

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Paul Lafargue FAQ

How many books has Paul Lafargue written?
Paul Lafargue published 1 novella, 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Paul Lafargue's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Right to Be Lazy.
What is Paul Lafargue's last book?
Social and Philosophical Studies (1906).
What is Paul Lafargue's most famous book?
The Right to Be Lazy (1880) is Paul Lafargue's most widely read book.
Can I read Paul Lafargue's books for free?
Yes. 1 book by Paul Lafargue is 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.