Christian Kracht books in order
Swiss novelist and journalist
- Born
- 1966
- Country
- Germany
- Books
- 6
Christian Kracht has published 5 novels and 1 novella, beginning with Faserland (1995). The best-known is I'll Be Here in Sunshine and in Shadow (2008). The latest is The Dead (2016).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Christian Kracht
Start here
I'll Be Here in Sunshine and in Shadow
Christian Kracht's most-read book.
Newest
The Dead
Published 2016.
Standalone novels in order
Faserland (1995)
Der Gelbe Bleistift (2000)
1979 (Sep 2001)
Imperium (Feb 2012)
The Dead (2016)
Novellas in order
I'll Be Here in Sunshine and in Shadow (2008)
About Christian Kracht
Christian Kracht is a Swiss author, journalist, and screenwriter.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Christian Kracht FAQ
- How many books has Christian Kracht written?
- Christian Kracht has published 5 novels and 1 novella that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Christian Kracht's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with I'll Be Here in Sunshine and in Shadow.
- What is Christian Kracht's latest book?
- The Dead (2016).
- What is Christian Kracht's most famous book?
- I'll Be Here in Sunshine and in Shadow (2008) is Christian Kracht's most widely read book.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.