William Davenant books in order
English poet and playwright
- Lived
- 1606–1668
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Books
- 2
William Davenant published 1 novel and 1 other book, beginning with Gondibert (1651).
Updated September 2026
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Gondibert
William Davenant's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
Gondibert (1651)
Other books in order
The Siege of Rhodes (1670)
About William Davenant
Sir William Davenant, also spelled D'Avenant, was an English poet and playwright. Along with Thomas Killigrew, Davenant was one of the rare figures in English Renaissance theatre whose career spanned both the Caroline and Restoration eras and who was active both before and after the English Civil War and during the Interregnum.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
William Davenant FAQ
- How many books has William Davenant written?
- William Davenant published 1 novel and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read William Davenant's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Gondibert.
- What is William Davenant's last book?
- Gondibert (1651).
- What is William Davenant's most famous book?
- Gondibert (1651) is William Davenant's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.