How many books has Antal Szerb written?

Antal Szerb published 3 novels that we list, as of September 2026.

What order should I read Antal Szerb's books in?

Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Journey by Moonlight.

What is Antal Szerb's most famous book?

Journey by Moonlight (1937) is Antal Szerb's most widely read book.

Does Antal Szerb write under a pen name?

Yes: Antal Szerb has also published as A. H. Redcliff.

Antal Szerb books in order

Hungarian literary scholar and writer

Lived: 1901–1945
Country: Hungary
Books: 3
Also writes as: A. H. Redcliff

Literary fiction

Antal Szerb published 3 novels, beginning with The Pendragon Legend (1934). The best-known is Journey by Moonlight (1937).

Updated September 2026

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Journey by Moonlight
Antal Szerb's most-read book.

Antal Szerb books in order of publication

The Pendragon Legend (1934)
240 pages
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Journey by Moonlight (1937)
323 pages
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Oliver VII (1942)
181 pages
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About Antal Szerb

Antal Szerb was a noted Hungarian scholar and writer. He is generally considered to be one of the most important Hungarian writers of the 20th century.

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Antal Szerb FAQ

How many books has Antal Szerb written?: Antal Szerb published 3 novels that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Antal Szerb's books in?: Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Journey by Moonlight.
What is Antal Szerb's last book?: Oliver VII (1942).
What is Antal Szerb's most famous book?: Journey by Moonlight (1937) is Antal Szerb's most widely read book.
Does Antal Szerb write under a pen name?: Yes: Antal Szerb has also published as A. H. Redcliff.