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Wilhelm Hauff books in order

German poet and novelist

Lived
1802–1827
Country
Kingdom of Württemberg
Books
10

Wilhelm Hauff published 9 novels and 1 novella, beginning with Der Affe Als Mensch (1826). The best-known is Dwarf Nose (1827).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with Wilhelm Hauff

Standalone novels in order

  1. Der Affe Als Mensch (1826)

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  2. Die Errettung Fatmes (1826)

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  3. Lichtenstein (1826)

    316 pages

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  4. Little Muck (1826)

    Adapted for film

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  5. Märchen-Almanach Auf Das Jahr 1826 (1826)

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  6. tales (1826)

    342 pages

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  7. The Story of Caliph Stork (1826)

    Adapted for film

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  8. Jud Süß (1827)

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  9. The Cold Heart (1828)

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Novellas in order

  1. Dwarf Nose (1827)

    49 pages

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Film and TV adaptations

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About Wilhelm Hauff

Wilhelm Hauff was a German poet and novelist known for his stories and novels. Raised in Stuttgart and educated in Tübingen, he wrote fairy tales such as Der kleine Muck and Das kalte Herz, the historical romance Lichtenstein, and the parody Der Mann im Mond. He died of typhoid fever at age 24. Blending exotic and fantastic motifs with German settings, his tales remain popular in German-speaking countries.

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Wilhelm Hauff FAQ

How many books has Wilhelm Hauff written?
Wilhelm Hauff published 9 novels and 1 novella that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Wilhelm Hauff's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Dwarf Nose.
What is Wilhelm Hauff's last book?
The Cold Heart (1828).
What is Wilhelm Hauff's most famous book?
Dwarf Nose (1827) is Wilhelm Hauff's most widely read book.
Which Wilhelm Hauff books have been adapted?
3 books have been adapted for film or TV, including Little Muck (as Die Geschichte vom kleinen Muck, film, 1953), The Story of Caliph Stork (as Caliph Stork, film, 1981) and Jud Süß (film, 1940).
Can I read Wilhelm Hauff's books for free?
Yes. 8 books by Wilhelm Hauff are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.

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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.