Werner Sombart books in order
German economist, sociologist, historian
- Lived
- 1863–1941
- Country
- German Reich
- Books
- 5
Werner Sombart published 3 novels and 2 non-fiction books, beginning with Socialism and the Social Movement (1909).
Updated September 2026
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Socialism and the Social Movement
Werner Sombart's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
The Quintessence of Capitalism (1915)
A New Social Philosophy (1934)
Luxury and Capitalism (1938)
Non-fiction in order
Socialism and the Social Movement (1909)
The Jews and Modern Capitalism (1911)
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About Werner Sombart
Werner Sombart was a German economist, historian and sociologist. Head of the "Youngest Historical School," he was one of the leading Continental European social scientists during the first quarter of the 20th century. The term "late capitalism" is accredited to him. The concept of "creative destruction" associated with capitalism is also of his coinage.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Werner Sombart FAQ
- How many books has Werner Sombart written?
- Werner Sombart published 3 novels and 2 non-fiction books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Werner Sombart's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Socialism and the Social Movement.
- What is Werner Sombart's last book?
- Luxury and Capitalism (1938).
- What is Werner Sombart's most famous book?
- Socialism and the Social Movement (1909) is Werner Sombart's most widely read book.
- Can I read Werner Sombart's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by Werner Sombart 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.