William Michael Rossetti published 3 non-fiction books, 3 poetry collections and 4 other books, beginning with The Poetical Works of Percy Bysshe Shelley (1853). The best-known is A Memoir of Shelley (1886).
Updated September 2026
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A Memoir of Shelley
William Michael Rossetti's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
A Memoir of Shelley (1886)
Life of John Keats (1887)
The Diary of Dr. John William Polidori (1911)
Poetry in order
Swinburne's Poems and Ballads (1866)
Humorous Poems (1872)
Lives of Famous Poets (1878)
Other books in order
The Poetical Works of Percy Bysshe Shelley (1853)
The Poetical Works of Thomas Hood (1864)
The Poetical Works of John Greenleaf Whittier (1878)
Ruskin, Rossetti, Preraphaelitism (1899)
About William Michael Rossetti
William Michael Rossetti was an English writer and critic.
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William Michael Rossetti FAQ
- How many books has William Michael Rossetti written?
- William Michael Rossetti published 3 non-fiction books, 3 poetry collections and 4 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read William Michael Rossetti's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with A Memoir of Shelley.
- What is William Michael Rossetti's last book?
- The Diary of Dr. John William Polidori (1911).
- What is William Michael Rossetti's most famous book?
- A Memoir of Shelley (1886) is William Michael Rossetti's most widely read book.
- Can I read William Michael Rossetti's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by William Michael Rossetti is in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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