How many books has Evgeny Schwartz written?

Evgeny Schwartz published 1 novel, 1 novella and 3 plays that we list, as of September 2026.

What order should I read Evgeny Schwartz's books in?

Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Shadow.

Shadow (1940) is Evgeny Schwartz's most widely read book.

2 books have been adapted for film or TV, including Shadow (film, 1971) and Dragon (as To Kill a Dragon, film, 1988).

Russian writer

Evgeny Schwartz published 1 novel, 1 novella and 3 plays, beginning with Shadow (1940).

Updated September 2026

Evgeny Lvovich Schwartz was a Soviet writer and playwright, whose works include twenty-five plays, and screenplays for three films.

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How many books has Evgeny Schwartz written?: Evgeny Schwartz published 1 novel, 1 novella and 3 plays that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Evgeny Schwartz's books in?: Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Shadow.
What is Evgeny Schwartz's last book?: Klad (1960).
What is Evgeny Schwartz's most famous book?: Shadow (1940) is Evgeny Schwartz's most widely read book.
Which Evgeny Schwartz books have been adapted?: 2 books have been adapted for film or TV, including Shadow (film, 1971) and Dragon (as To Kill a Dragon, film, 1988).

Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.