George Burns published 5 non-fiction books and 3 other books, beginning with The Third Time Around (1980). The best-known is Dr. Burns' Prescription for Happiness (1984).
Updated September 2026
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Dr. Burns' Prescription for Happiness
George Burns's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
The Third Time Around (1980)
How to Live to Be 100--or More (1983)
Gracie (1988)
All My Best Friends (1989)
Wisdom of the 90s (1991)
Other books in order
Dr. Burns' Prescription for Happiness (1984)
Dear George (1985)
100 Years, 100 Stories (1996)
About George Burns
George Burns was an American comedian, actor, writer, and singer, and one of the few entertainers whose career successfully spanned vaudeville, radio, film, and television. His arched eyebrow and cigar-smoke punctuation became familiar trademarks. He and his wife Gracie Allen appeared on radio, television and film as the comedy duo Burns and Allen.
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George Burns FAQ
- How many books has George Burns written?
- George Burns published 5 non-fiction books and 3 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read George Burns's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Dr. Burns' Prescription for Happiness.
- What is George Burns's last book?
- Wisdom of the 90s (1991).
- What is George Burns's most famous book?
- Dr. Burns' Prescription for Happiness (1984) is George Burns'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.