
Alain-Fournier books in order
French writer
- Lived
- 1886–1914
- Country
- France
- Books
- 1
Alain-Fournier published 1 novel, beginning with Le Grand Meaulnes (1913).
Updated September 2026
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Le Grand Meaulnes
Alain-Fournier's most-read book.
Alain-Fournier books in order of publication

Le Grand Meaulnes (1913)
Film and TV adaptations
- The Wanderer (1967)Film · from Le Grand Meaulnes
- The Lost Domain (2005)Film · from Le Grand Meaulnes
- Le Grand Meaulnes (2006)Film · from Le Grand Meaulnes
About Alain-Fournier
Henri-Alban Fournier, known by the pseudonym Alain-Fournier, was a French author and soldier. He was the author of a novel, Le Grand Meaulnes (1913), which has been filmed twice and is considered a classic of French literature. The book is based partly on his childhood.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Alain-Fournier FAQ
- How many books has Alain-Fournier written?
- Alain-Fournier published 1 novel that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Alain-Fournier's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Le Grand Meaulnes.
- What is Alain-Fournier's last book?
- Le Grand Meaulnes (1913).
- What is Alain-Fournier's most famous book?
- Le Grand Meaulnes (1913) is Alain-Fournier's most widely read book.
- Which Alain-Fournier books have been adapted?
- 1 book has been adapted for film or TV, including Le Grand Meaulnes (as The Wanderer, film, 1967).
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.