Pierre Gassendi books in order
French philosopher, astronomer, mathematician, priest, and scientist
- Lived
- 1592–1655
- Country
- France
- Books
- 1
Pierre Gassendi published 1 book. The best-known is Three Discourses of Happiness, Virtue and Liberty.
Updated September 2026
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Three Discourses of Happiness, Virtue and Liberty
Pierre Gassendi's most-read book.
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Three Discourses of Happiness, Virtue and Liberty (1699)
About Pierre Gassendi
Pierre Gassendi was a French philosopher, Catholic priest, astronomer, and mathematician. While he held a church position in south-east France, he also spent much time in Paris, where he was a leader of a group of free-thinking intellectuals. He was also an active observational scientist, publishing the first data on the transit of Mercury in 1631. The lunar crater Gassendi is named after him.
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Pierre Gassendi FAQ
- How many books has Pierre Gassendi written?
- Pierre Gassendi published 1 book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Pierre Gassendi's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Three Discourses of Happiness, Virtue and Liberty.
- What is Pierre Gassendi's most famous book?
- Three Discourses of Happiness, Virtue and Liberty is Pierre Gassendi's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.