George Farquhar published 2 plays and 13 other books, beginning with Love and a Bottle (1699). The best-known is The Recruiting Officer (1706).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with George Farquhar
Plays in order
The Recruiting Officer (1706)
The Beaux' Stratagem (1707)
Other books in order
Love and a Bottle (1699)
The Adventures of Covent-Garden (1699)
Sir Harry Wildair (1701)
The Constant Couple (1701)
The Twin-rivals (1703)
The Twin-rivals. a Comedy (1703)
The Stage-coach (1704)
The Comedies of Mr. George Farquhar (1708)
The Works of the Late Ingenious Mr. George Farquhar (1711)
The Rape of the Smock (1717)
Love and a Bottle. a Comedy (1727)
The Inconstant (1727)
The Stage-coach Opera (1732)
About George Farquhar
George Farquhar was an Irish dramatist. He is noted for his contributions to late Restoration comedy, particularly for his plays The Constant Couple (1699), The Recruiting Officer (1706) and The Beaux' Stratagem (1707).
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George Farquhar FAQ
- How many books has George Farquhar written?
- George Farquhar published 2 plays and 13 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read George Farquhar's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Recruiting Officer.
- What is George Farquhar's last book?
- The Comedies of Mr. George Farquhar (1708).
- What is George Farquhar's most famous book?
- The Recruiting Officer (1706) is George Farquhar's most widely read book.
- Can I read George Farquhar's books for free?
- Yes. 4 books by George Farquhar 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.