Denis Healey published 3 non-fiction books and 1 other book, beginning with The Time of My Life (1989). The best-known is My Secret Planet (1992).
Updated September 2026
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My Secret Planet
Denis Healey's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
The Time of My Life (1989)
When Shrimps Learn to Whistle (1990)
My Secret Planet (1992)
Other books in order
When Shrimps Learn to Whistle Signposts (1991)
About Denis Healey
Denis Winston Healey, Baron Healey was a British Labour Party politician who served as Chancellor of the Exchequer from 1974 to 1979 and as Secretary of State for Defence from 1964 to 1970; he remains the longest-serving Defence Secretary to date. He was a Member of Parliament from 1952 to 1992, and was Deputy Leader of the Labour Party from 1980 to 1983. To the public at large, Healey became well known for his bushy eyebrows, his avuncular manner and his creative turns of phrase.
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Denis Healey FAQ
- How many books has Denis Healey written?
- Denis Healey published 3 non-fiction books and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Denis Healey's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with My Secret Planet.
- What is Denis Healey's last book?
- My Secret Planet (1992).
- What is Denis Healey's most famous book?
- My Secret Planet (1992) is Denis Healey'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.