Saadi Shirazi books in order
Persian poet
- Lived
- 1210–1292
- Books
- 1
- Also writes as
- سعدی
Saadi Shirazi published 1 novel, beginning with Gulistan (1258).
Updated September 2026
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Gulistan
Saadi Shirazi's most-read book.
Saadi Shirazi books in order of publication
Gulistan (1258)
About Saadi Shirazi
Abu Mohammad Moshrefoldin Mosleh ebn Abdollah ebn Mosharraf (1209/10–1291/92), better known by his pen name Saadi, was a Persian Sufi poet. He is recognized for the quality of his writings and for the depth of his social and moral thoughts.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Saadi Shirazi FAQ
- How many books has Saadi Shirazi written?
- Saadi Shirazi published 1 novel that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Saadi Shirazi's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Gulistan.
- What is Saadi Shirazi's last book?
- Gulistan (1258).
- What is Saadi Shirazi's most famous book?
- Gulistan (1258) is Saadi Shirazi's most widely read book.
- Does Saadi Shirazi write under a pen name?
- Yes: Saadi Shirazi has also published as سعدی.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.