Buster Keaton books in order
American motion picture director, motion picture producer, motion picture producers and director, comedian, actor
- Lived
- 1895–1966
- Country
- United States
- Books
- 2
- Also writes as
- Frigo
Buster Keaton published 2 non-fiction books, beginning with My Wonderful World of Slapstick (1960).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Buster Keaton
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My Wonderful World of Slapstick
Buster Keaton's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
My Wonderful World of Slapstick (1960)
Keaton, the Man Who Wouldn't Lie Down (1979)
About Buster Keaton
Joseph Frank "Buster" Keaton was an American actor, comedian and filmmaker. He is best known for his silent films, in which he performed physical comedy and inventive stunts. He maintained a stoic, deadpan facial expression that became his trademark and earned him the nickname "The Great Stone Face".
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Buster Keaton FAQ
- How many books has Buster Keaton written?
- Buster Keaton published 2 non-fiction books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Buster Keaton's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with My Wonderful World of Slapstick.
- What is Buster Keaton's last book?
- My Wonderful World of Slapstick (1960).
- What is Buster Keaton's most famous book?
- My Wonderful World of Slapstick (1960) is Buster Keaton's most widely read book.
- Does Buster Keaton write under a pen name?
- Yes: Buster Keaton has also published as Frigo.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.