Robert Bellarmine books in order
Catholic cardinal, saint, and Doctor of the Church
- Lived
- 1542–1621
- Books
- 5
Robert Bellarmine published 3 novels, 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book, beginning with Disputationes De Controversiis (1581). The best-known is The Art of Dying Well (1620).
Updated September 2026
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The Art of Dying Well
Robert Bellarmine's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
Disputationes De Controversiis (1581)
A Short Christian Doctrine (1597)
An Ample Declaration of the Christian Doctrine (1598)
Non-fiction in order
The Art of Dying Well (1620)
Other books in order
The Seven Words Spoken by Christ on the Cross (1626)
About Robert Bellarmine
Robert Bellarmine was an Italian Jesuit and a cardinal of the Catholic Church. He was canonized a saint in 1930 and named Doctor of the Church, one of only 27 at the time. He was one of the most important figures in the Counter-Reformation.
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Robert Bellarmine FAQ
- How many books has Robert Bellarmine written?
- Robert Bellarmine published 3 novels, 1 non-fiction book and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Robert Bellarmine's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Art of Dying Well.
- What is Robert Bellarmine's last book?
- The Art of Dying Well (1620).
- What is Robert Bellarmine's most famous book?
- The Art of Dying Well (1620) is Robert Bellarmine's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.