Gerard Manley Hopkins published 2 poetry collections and 2 other books. The best-known is Selected Poetry (Oxford World's Classics).
Updated September 2026
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Selected Poetry (Oxford World's Classics)
Gerard Manley Hopkins's most-read book.
Poetry in order
Selected Poetry (Oxford World's Classics) (1930)
Other books in order
The Letters of Gerard Manley Hopkins to Robert Bridges (1935)
Further Letters of Gerard Manley Hopkins (1938)
About Gerard Manley Hopkins
Gerard Manley Hopkins was an English poet and Jesuit priest. Although his poetry was not widely known during his lifetime, his prosody – notably his concept of sprung rhythm – made him an innovator, as did his praise of God through vivid use of imagery and nature.
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Gerard Manley Hopkins FAQ
- How many books has Gerard Manley Hopkins written?
- Gerard Manley Hopkins published 2 poetry collections and 2 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Gerard Manley Hopkins's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Selected Poetry (Oxford World's Classics).
- What is Gerard Manley Hopkins's most famous book?
- Selected Poetry (Oxford World's Classics) is Gerard Manley Hopkins's most widely read book.
- Can I read Gerard Manley Hopkins's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by Gerard Manley Hopkins is 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.