
Aksel Sandemose books in order
Danish-Norwegian author
- Lived
- 1899–1965
- Country
- Denmark
- Books
- 3
Aksel Sandemose published 3 novels, beginning with A Fugitive Crosses His Tracks (1933).
Updated September 2026
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A Fugitive Crosses His Tracks
Aksel Sandemose's most-read book.
Aksel Sandemose books in order of publication

A Fugitive Crosses His Tracks (1933)

The Werewolf (1963)

Ross Dane (1969)
Film and TV adaptations
- Misery Harbour (1999)Film · from A Fugitive Crosses His Tracks
About Aksel Sandemose
Aksel Sandemose was a Danish-Norwegian writer whose works frequently elucidate the theme that the repressions of society lead to violence.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Aksel Sandemose FAQ
- How many books has Aksel Sandemose written?
- Aksel Sandemose published 3 novels that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Aksel Sandemose's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with A Fugitive Crosses His Tracks.
- What is Aksel Sandemose's last book?
- The Werewolf (1963).
- What is Aksel Sandemose's most famous book?
- A Fugitive Crosses His Tracks (1933) is Aksel Sandemose's most widely read book.
- Which Aksel Sandemose books have been adapted?
- 1 book has been adapted for film or TV, including A Fugitive Crosses His Tracks (as Misery Harbour, film, 1999).
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.