Erich von Stroheim books in order
Austrian actor and director
- Lived
- 1885–1957
- Country
- Austria–Hungary
- Books
- 1
Erich von Stroheim published 1 novel, beginning with Greed (1958).
Updated September 2026
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Greed
Erich von Stroheim's most-read book.
Erich von Stroheim books in order of publication
Greed (1958)
About Erich von Stroheim
Erich Oswald Hans Carl Maria von Stroheim was an Austrian-American director, screenwriter, actor and producer, most noted as a film star and avant-garde, visionary director of the silent era. His 1924 film Greed, originally over nine hours long, was edited against his wishes to about two-and-a-half hours; despite initial negative reception, the theatrical release is considered one of the greatest films ever made. After clashes with Hollywood studio bosses over budget and workers' rights problems, Stroheim found it difficult to find work as a director and subsequently became a well-respected character actor, particularly in French cinema. As an actor, he was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance as Max von Mayerling in Sunset Boulevard (1950).
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Erich von Stroheim FAQ
- How many books has Erich von Stroheim written?
- Erich von Stroheim published 1 novel that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Erich von Stroheim's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Greed.
- What is Erich von Stroheim's last book?
- Greed (1958).
- What is Erich von Stroheim's most famous book?
- Greed (1958) is Erich von Stroheim's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.