Reading order#
| # |
Title |
Published |
Author |
Buy on Amazon |
| 1 |
The Sixth Day And Other Tales |
1966 |
Primo Levi |
Buy |
| 2 |
The Periodic Table |
1975 |
Primo Levi |
Buy |
| 3 |
The Mirror Maker |
1986 |
Primo Levi |
Buy |
| 4 |
A Tranquil Star |
1988 |
Primo Levi |
Buy |
Primo Levi’s story collections showcase his range as a writer. “The Periodic Table” uses chemical elements as frameworks for autobiographical essays that move between the laboratory and the concentration camp. “The Sixth Day And Other Tales” and “A Tranquil Star” contain speculative and fantastical stories that reveal Levi’s playful, inventive side.
These collections demonstrate that Levi was a gifted storyteller beyond his role as Holocaust witness.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books are in the Primo Levi Collections series?
There are four books in the Primo Levi Collections series, published between 1966 and 1988.
What is the first book in the Primo Levi Collections series?
The first book in the Primo Levi Collections series is The Sixth Day And Other Tales, published in 1966.
What is The Periodic Table about?
“The Periodic Table” (1975) is a collection of autobiographical stories, each named after a chemical element. The elements serve as starting points for stories about Levi’s life as a chemist, his experiences during the war, and his reflections on science, work, and human nature. It was named the best science book ever written by the Royal Institution of Great Britain.