Polybius published 1 novel. The best-known is The Histories.
Updated September 2026
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The Histories
Polybius's most-read book.
Polybius books in order of publication
The Histories (1542)
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About Polybius
Polybius was an ancient Greek historian of the middle Hellenistic period. He is noted for his Histories, a universal history documenting the rise of Rome in the Mediterranean in the third and second centuries BC. It covers the period 264–146, recording in detail events in Italy, Iberia, Greece, Syria, Egypt, and Africa, and documents the Punic Wars and Macedonian Wars among many others.
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Polybius FAQ
- How many books has Polybius written?
- Polybius published 1 novel that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Polybius's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Histories.
- What is Polybius's most famous book?
- The Histories is Polybius's most widely read book.
- Can I read Polybius's books for free?
- Yes. 2 books by Polybius are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.