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

The Right to Be Lazy (1880)
Non-fiction in order

Social and Philosophical Studies (1906)
Other books in order

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