Wilhelm Ostwald published 1 novel and 5 other books, beginning with The Fundamental Principles of Chemistry (1889).
Updated September 2026
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The Fundamental Principles of Chemistry
Wilhelm Ostwald's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
Die Farbenfibel (1916)
Other books in order
The Fundamental Principles of Chemistry (1889)
Zeitschrift Fur Physikalische Chemie (1890)
The Principles of Inorganic Chemistry (1902)
Individuality and Immortality (1906)
Colour Science (1931)
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About Wilhelm Ostwald
Wilhelm Friedrich Ostwald was a Baltic German chemist and philosopher. Ostwald is credited with being one of the founders of the field of physical chemistry, with Jacobus Henricus van 't Hoff, Walther Nernst and Svante Arrhenius.
He received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1909 for his scientific contributions to the fields of catalysis, chemical equilibria and reaction velocities.
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Wilhelm Ostwald FAQ
- How many books has Wilhelm Ostwald written?
- Wilhelm Ostwald published 1 novel and 5 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Wilhelm Ostwald's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Fundamental Principles of Chemistry.
- What is Wilhelm Ostwald's last book?
- Die Farbenfibel (1916).
- What is Wilhelm Ostwald's most famous book?
- The Fundamental Principles of Chemistry (1889) is Wilhelm Ostwald's most widely read book.
- Can I read Wilhelm Ostwald's books for free?
- Yes. 2 books by Wilhelm Ostwald 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.