Robert Sapolsky books in order
American neuroendocrinology researcher
- Born
- 1957
- Country
- United States
- Books
- 9
Robert Sapolsky has published 3 novels, 3 non-fiction books and 3 other books, beginning with Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers (1994). The best-known is Behave (2017). The latest is Determined (2023).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Robert Sapolsky

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Behave
Robert Sapolsky's most-read book.

Shortest way in
Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers
One of the most-read, at about 560 pages.
Newest
Determined
Published 2023.
Standalone novels in order

Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers (1994)

Behave (2017)
Determined (2023)
Non-fiction in order

Stress, the Aging Brain, and the Mechanisms of Neuron Death (1992)

A Primate's Memoir (2001)

Monkeyluv (2005)
Other books in order

Junk Food Monkeys and Other Essays on the Biology of the Human Predicament (1997)

The Trouble with Testosterone (1997)

Being Human (2012)
Robert Sapolsky FAQ
- How many books has Robert Sapolsky written?
- Robert Sapolsky has published 3 novels, 3 non-fiction books and 3 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Robert Sapolsky's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Behave.
- What is Robert Sapolsky's latest book?
- Determined (2023).
- What is Robert Sapolsky's most famous book?
- Behave (2017) is Robert Sapolsky's most widely read book.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.
