D. W. Griffith books in order
American filmmaker
- Lived
- 1875–1948
- Country
- United States
- Books
- 2
D. W. Griffith published 1 children's book and 1 other book, beginning with The Birth of a Nation (1915).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with D. W. Griffith
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The Birth of a Nation
D. W. Griffith's most-read book.
Children's books in order
The Man Who Invented Hollywood (1972)
Other books in order
The Birth of a Nation (1915)
About D. W. Griffith
David Wark Griffith was an American film director. Considered one of the most influential figures in the history of the motion picture, he pioneered many aspects of film editing and expanded the art of the narrative film.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
D. W. Griffith FAQ
- How many books has D. W. Griffith written?
- D. W. Griffith published 1 children's book and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read D. W. Griffith's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Birth of a Nation.
- What is D. W. Griffith's last book?
- The Birth of a Nation (1915).
- What is D. W. Griffith's most famous book?
- The Birth of a Nation (1915) is D. W. Griffith's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.