Peter Englund has published 2 books, beginning with The Battle That Shook Europe (2002). The best-known is The Beauty and the Sorrow (2011). The latest is The Beauty and the Sorrow (2011).
Updated September 2026
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The Beauty and the Sorrow
Peter Englund's most-read book.
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The Battle That Shook Europe (2002)
The Beauty and the Sorrow (2011)
About Peter Englund
Peter Mikael Englund is a Swedish author and historian. He focuses on writing non-fiction books and essays, mostly about the Swedish Empire and other historical events. Englund is known for his accessible writing style, which includes narrative details that are often left out in traditional history books. His works have been translated into 20 languages. From 2009 to 2015, Englund served as the permanent secretary of the Swedish Academy, before being succeeded by Sara Danius. In January 2019, he and fellow academy member Kjell Espmark announced their return as active members of the Swedish academy, where they had been inactive since April 2018.
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Peter Englund FAQ
- How many books has Peter Englund written?
- Peter Englund has published 2 books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Peter Englund's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Beauty and the Sorrow.
- What is Peter Englund's latest book?
- The Beauty and the Sorrow (2011).
- What is Peter Englund's most famous book?
- The Beauty and the Sorrow (2011) is Peter Englund's most widely read book.
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