Procopius published 2 novels and 1 non-fiction book, beginning with On Buildings (550).
Updated September 2026
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On Buildings
Procopius's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
Secret History (1960)
On Buildings (550)
Non-fiction in order
History of the Wars (1914)
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About Procopius
Procopius of Caesarea was a prominent Greek scholar and historian from Caesarea in Palestine. Accompanying the Byzantine general Belisarius in Emperor Justinian's wars, Procopius became the principal historian of the 6th century, writing the History of the Wars, On Buildings, and the Secret History.
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Procopius FAQ
- How many books has Procopius written?
- Procopius published 2 novels and 1 non-fiction book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Procopius's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with On Buildings.
- What is Procopius's last book?
- On Buildings (550).
- What is Procopius's most famous book?
- On Buildings (550) is Procopius's most widely read book.
- Can I read Procopius's books for free?
- Yes. 5 books by Procopius 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.