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Roman writer

Lived
348–413
Country
Ancient Rome
Books
1

Prudentius published 1 book. The best-known is Psychomachia.

Updated September 2026

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  1. Psychomachia (1743)

    72 pages

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About Prudentius

Aurelius Prudentius Clemens was a Roman Christian poet, born in the Roman province of Tarraconensis in 348. He probably died in the Iberian Peninsula some time after 405, possibly around 413. The place of his birth is uncertain, but it may have been Caesaraugusta (Zaragoza), Tarraco (Tarragona), or Calagurris (Calahorra).

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Prudentius FAQ

How many books has Prudentius written?
Prudentius published 1 book that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Prudentius's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Psychomachia.
What is Prudentius's most famous book?
Psychomachia is Prudentius's most widely read book.
Can I read Prudentius's books for free?
Yes. 1 book by Prudentius is 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.