William of Malmesbury books in order
English monk and chronicler
- Lived
- 1095–1143
- Country
- England
- Books
- 2
William of Malmesbury published 2 non-fiction books. The best-known is Gesta Regum Anglorum.
Updated September 2026
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Gesta Regum Anglorum
William of Malmesbury's most-read book.
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Gesta Pontificum Anglorum (1200)
Gesta Regum Anglorum (1200)
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About William of Malmesbury
William of Malmesbury was the foremost English historian of the 12th century. Modern historian C. Warren Hollister described him as "a gifted historical scholar and an omnivorous reader, impressively well versed in the literature of classical, patristic, and earlier medieval times as well as in the writings of his own contemporaries. Indeed William may well have been the most learned man in twelfth-century Western Europe."
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William of Malmesbury FAQ
- How many books has William of Malmesbury written?
- William of Malmesbury published 2 non-fiction books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read William of Malmesbury's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Gesta Regum Anglorum.
- What is William of Malmesbury's most famous book?
- Gesta Regum Anglorum is William of Malmesbury's most widely read book.
- Can I read William of Malmesbury's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by William of Malmesbury is 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.