Portrait of Pierre Charron

Pierre Charron books in order

French theologian and philosopher

Lived
1541–1603
Country
France
Books
1
Also writes as
Benoist Vaillant, P. C. P.

Pierre Charron published 1 non-fiction book, beginning with Of Wisdome (1601).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Pierre Charron

Non-fiction in order

  1. Of Wisdome (1601)

    588 pages

About Pierre Charron

Pierre Charron was a French Catholic theologian and major contributor to the new thought of the 17th century. He is remembered for his controversial form of skepticism and his separation of ethics from religion as an independent philosophical discipline.

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

Pierre Charron FAQ

How many books has Pierre Charron written?
Pierre Charron published 1 non-fiction book that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Pierre Charron's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Of Wisdome.
What is Pierre Charron's last book?
Of Wisdome (1601).
What is Pierre Charron's most famous book?
Of Wisdome (1601) is Pierre Charron's most widely read book.
Does Pierre Charron write under a pen name?
Yes: Pierre Charron has also published as Benoist Vaillant and P. C. P..

Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.