Ernest Dowson published 1 novel, 4 poetry collections and 6 other books, beginning with A Comedy of Masks (1893). The best-known is Dilemmas (1895).
Updated September 2026
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Standalone novels in order
A Comedy of Masks (1893)
Poetry in order
The Poems of Ernest Dowson (1902)
Poems (1905)
The Poems of Ernest Downson (1911)
The Poems and Prose of Ernest Dowson (1919)
Other books in order
Dilemmas (1895)
The Pierrot of the Minute (1897)
Adrian Rome (1899)
The Poetical Works of Ernest Christopher Dowson (1934)
The Stories of Ernest Dowson (1947)
Poetical Works (1950)
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About Ernest Dowson
Ernest Christopher Dowson was an English poet, novelist, and short-story writer. Despite his short lifespan, he made a lasting impression on the literature of the English fin-de-siècle through his Decadent poetry.
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Ernest Dowson FAQ
- How many books has Ernest Dowson written?
- Ernest Dowson published 1 novel, 4 poetry collections and 6 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Ernest Dowson's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Dilemmas.
- What is Ernest Dowson's last book?
- A Comedy of Masks (1893).
- What is Ernest Dowson's most famous book?
- Dilemmas (1895) is Ernest Dowson's most widely read book.
- Can I read Ernest Dowson's books for free?
- Yes. 2 books by Ernest Dowson are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.