Attila József books in order
Hungarian poet
- Lived
- 1905–1937
- Country
- Hungary
- Books
- 1
Attila József published 1 poetry collection. The best-known is Perched on Nothing's Branch.
Updated September 2026
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Perched on Nothing's Branch
Attila József's most-read book.
Poetry in order
Perched on Nothing's Branch (1986)
About Attila József
Attila József was one of the most famous Hungarian poets of the 20th century. Generally not recognized during his lifetime, József was hailed during the communist era of the 1950s as Hungary's great "proletarian poet" and he has become the best known of the modern Hungarian poets internationally.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Attila József FAQ
- How many books has Attila József written?
- Attila József published 1 poetry collection that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Attila József's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Perched on Nothing's Branch.
- What is Attila József's most famous book?
- Perched on Nothing's Branch is Attila József's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.