Augusto Monterroso books in order
Guatemalan writer
- Lived
- 1921–2003
- Country
- Honduras
- Books
- 2
- Also writes as
- Tito Monterroso
Augusto Monterroso published 1 novel and 1 other book, beginning with The Dinosaur (1959). The best-known is The Black Sheep and Other Fables (1969).
Updated September 2026
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The Black Sheep and Other Fables
Augusto Monterroso's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
The Dinosaur (1959)
Other books in order
The Black Sheep and Other Fables (1969)
About Augusto Monterroso
Augusto Monterroso Bonilla was a Honduran writer who adopted Guatemalan nationality, known for the ironical and humorous style of his short stories. He is considered an important figure in the Latin American "Boom" generation, and received several awards, including the Prince of Asturias Award in Literature (2000), Miguel Ángel Asturias National Prize in Literature (1997), and Juan Rulfo Award (1996).
Monterroso was a member of the Honduran Academy of Language.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Augusto Monterroso FAQ
- How many books has Augusto Monterroso written?
- Augusto Monterroso published 1 novel and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Augusto Monterroso's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Black Sheep and Other Fables.
- What is Augusto Monterroso's last book?
- The Dinosaur (1959).
- What is Augusto Monterroso's most famous book?
- The Black Sheep and Other Fables (1969) is Augusto Monterroso's most widely read book.
- Does Augusto Monterroso write under a pen name?
- Yes: Augusto Monterroso has also published as Tito Monterroso.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.