- 1st Carcanet1971 Hardback Not yet valued Log in to want this
PESSOA, FERNANDO, 1888 to 1935
Fernando Pessoa
Portuguese poet, writer, and philosopher (1888–1935); creator of the heteronymic system including Alberto Caeiro, Ricardo Reis, Álvaro de Campos, and Bernardo Soares.
- Books
- 3
- Editions tracked
- 3
- First editions
- 2
- Nationality
- Portugal, Kingdom of Portugal
For collectors
Collect Fernando Pessoa
Reading guide
Fernando Pessoa books in order
In publication order
- 1Selected Poems1971
- 2The Book of Disquiet1982
- 3Mensagem1992
In order
First editions, year by year
Books and editions
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- Texas Bookman1991 Paperback Not yet valued Log in to want this
- 1st Menard Press1992 Hardback Not yet valued Log in to want this
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read Fernando Pessoa's books in?
In publication order they begin with Selected Poems (1971), then The Book of Disquiet (1982) and Mensagem (1992). Books in a series are listed in series order on this page.
What was Fernando Pessoa's first book?
The earliest book we list is Selected Poems, first published in 1971.
When was Fernando Pessoa born?
Fernando Pessoa was born in 1888 and died in 1935.
How many Fernando Pessoa books does MyVolumes track?
We track 3 books by Fernando Pessoa across 3 editions, 2 of them first editions.
How do I know if my Fernando Pessoa book is a first edition?
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