Theophrastus books in order
Greek philosopher
- Lived
- 370 BC–286 BC
- Country
- Ancient Greece
- Books
- 2
Theophrastus published 1 novel and 1 other book, beginning with On Stones (314 BC).
Updated September 2026
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On Stones
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On Stones (314 BC)
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About Theophrastus
Theophrastus was an ancient Greek philosopher and naturalist. A native of Eresos in Lesbos, he was Aristotle's close colleague and successor as head of the Lyceum, the Peripatetic school of philosophy in Athens. Theophrastus wrote numerous treatises across all areas of philosophy, working to support, improve, expand, and develop the Aristotelian system. He made significant contributions to various fields, including ethics, metaphysics, botany, and natural history. Often considered the "father of botany" for his groundbreaking works "Enquiry into Plants" and "On the Causes of Plants", Theophrastus established the foundations of botanical science. His given name was Tyrtamos ; the nickname Theophrastus was reputedly given to him by Aristotle in recognition of his eloquent style.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Theophrastus FAQ
- How many books has Theophrastus written?
- Theophrastus published 1 novel and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Theophrastus's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with On Stones.
- What is Theophrastus's last book?
- On Stones (314 BC).
- What is Theophrastus's most famous book?
- On Stones (314 BC) is Theophrastus's most widely read book.
- Can I read Theophrastus's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by Theophrastus is in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.