History:
- "Histoire de la Suisse" (1991): A comprehensive history of Switzerland, co-authored with other historians.
- "La Suisse et l'Europe" (1995): A book exploring the relationship between Switzerland and Europe throughout history.
- "La Suisse au XXe siècle" (2002): A history of Switzerland in the 20th century, analyzing political, economic, and social developments.
Politics:
- "La politique suisse" (1997): An analysis of the Swiss political system, institutions, and major political parties.
- "Les partis politiques en Suisse" (2005): A study of political parties in Switzerland, their ideologies, and their role in the political landscape.
- "La démocratie suisse" (2012): An examination of the Swiss democratic system, direct democracy mechanisms, and citizen participation.
Literature:
- "L'écrivain et son lecteur" (1990): A collection of essays on the relationship between writers and their readers.
- "La critique littéraire" (1993): A book about literary criticism, its history, and its role in shaping literary discourse.
- "La littérature suisse" (2000): A survey of Swiss literature, from its origins to the present.
In addition to these major works, Alexandre Lonay has also published numerous articles, essays, and op-eds in newspapers and magazines, addressing various current affairs, political developments, and cultural issues. His writings are known for their depth of analysis, clarity of expression, and commitment to promoting informed public discourse.