Pierre de Coubertin books in order
Founder of modern Olympic Games, pedagogue and historian
- Lived
- 1863–1937
- Country
- France
- Books
- 2
- Also writes as
- Georges Hohrod, Martin Eschbach
Pierre de Coubertin published 2 non-fiction books, beginning with The Evolution of France Under the Third Republic (1897).
Updated September 2026
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The Evolution of France Under the Third Republic
Pierre de Coubertin's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
The Evolution of France Under the Third Republic (1897)
The Olympic Idea (1966)
About Pierre de Coubertin
Charles Pierre de Frédy, Baron de Coubertin, also known as Pierre de Coubertin and Baron de Coubertin, was a French educator and historian, co-founder of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), and its second president. He is known as the father of the modern Olympic Games. He was particularly active in promoting the introduction of sport in French schools.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Pierre de Coubertin FAQ
- How many books has Pierre de Coubertin written?
- Pierre de Coubertin published 2 non-fiction books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Pierre de Coubertin's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Evolution of France Under the Third Republic.
- What is Pierre de Coubertin's last book?
- The Evolution of France Under the Third Republic (1897).
- What is Pierre de Coubertin's most famous book?
- The Evolution of France Under the Third Republic (1897) is Pierre de Coubertin's most widely read book.
- Does Pierre de Coubertin write under a pen name?
- Yes: Pierre de Coubertin has also published as Georges Hohrod and Martin Eschbach.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.