Peter Wessel Zapffe books in order
Norwegian philosopher, mountaineer, and author
- Lived
- 1899–1990
- Country
- Norway
- Books
- 2
Peter Wessel Zapffe published 2 novels, beginning with The Last Messiah (1933).
Updated September 2026
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The Last Messiah
Peter Wessel Zapffe's most-read book.
Peter Wessel Zapffe books in order of publication
The Last Messiah (1933)
Vett Og Uvett (1942)
About Peter Wessel Zapffe
Peter Wessel Zapffe was a Norwegian philosopher, author, artist, lawyer and mountaineer. He is often noted for his philosophically pessimistic and fatalistic view of human existence. His system of philosophy was inspired by the German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer, as well as his firm advocacy of antinatalism. His thoughts regarding the error of human life are presented in the essay "The Last Messiah". This essay is a shorter version of his best-known work, the philosophical treatise On the Tragic.
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Peter Wessel Zapffe FAQ
- How many books has Peter Wessel Zapffe written?
- Peter Wessel Zapffe published 2 novels that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Peter Wessel Zapffe's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Last Messiah.
- What is Peter Wessel Zapffe's last book?
- Vett Og Uvett (1942).
- What is Peter Wessel Zapffe's most famous book?
- The Last Messiah (1933) is Peter Wessel Zapffe's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.