Christy Brown published 4 novels and 2 poetry collections, beginning with My Left Foot (1954).
Updated September 2026
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My Left Foot
Christy Brown's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
My Left Foot (1954)
Down All the Days (1970)
A Shadow on Summer (1974)
Wild Grow the Lilies (1976)
Poetry in order
Come Softly to My Wake (1971)
Collected Poems (1982)
Film and TV adaptations
- My Left Foot (1979)Film · from My Left Foot
About Christy Brown
Christopher Brown was an Irish writer and painter. He had cerebral palsy, and this allowed him to write or type only with the toes of one foot. His most recognized work is his autobiography, titled My Left Foot (1954). It was later made into a 1989 Academy Award-winning film of the same name, starring Daniel Day-Lewis as Brown.
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Christy Brown FAQ
- How many books has Christy Brown written?
- Christy Brown published 4 novels and 2 poetry collections that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Christy Brown's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with My Left Foot.
- What is Christy Brown's last book?
- Wild Grow the Lilies (1976).
- What is Christy Brown's most famous book?
- My Left Foot (1954) is Christy Brown's most widely read book.
- Which Christy Brown books have been adapted?
- 1 book has been adapted for film or TV, including My Left Foot (film, 1979).
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.