Pietro Aretino books in order
Italian author, playwright, poet, satirist, and blackmailer
- Lived
- 1492–1556
- Country
- Republic of Venice
- Books
- 4
Pietro Aretino published 3 novels and 1 poetry collection, beginning with Sonetti Lussuriosi (1526). The best-known is The Letters of Pietro Aretino (1538).
Updated September 2026
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The Letters of Pietro Aretino
Pietro Aretino's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
Cortigiana (1535)
The Letters of Pietro Aretino (1538)
Dialogues (1584)
Poetry in order
Sonetti Lussuriosi (1526)
About Pietro Aretino
Pietro Aretino was an Italian author, playwright, poet, satirist and blackmailer, who wielded influence on contemporary art and politics. He was one of the most influential writers of his time and an outspoken critic of the powerful. He gained prominence through his politically charged writings and biting satire, which targeted powerful figures, including monarchs and popes. His works spanned various genres, including poetry, drama, and religious commentary, but he is particularly noted for his lampoons and erotic literature. Owing to his communications and sympathies with religious reformers, he is considered to have been a Nicodemite Protestant.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Pietro Aretino FAQ
- How many books has Pietro Aretino written?
- Pietro Aretino published 3 novels and 1 poetry collection that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Pietro Aretino's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Letters of Pietro Aretino.
- What is Pietro Aretino's last book?
- The Letters of Pietro Aretino (1538).
- What is Pietro Aretino's most famous book?
- The Letters of Pietro Aretino (1538) is Pietro Aretino's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.