How many books has Gottfried Benn written?

Gottfried Benn published 1 poetry collection that we list, as of September 2026.

What order should I read Gottfried Benn's books in?

Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Prose, Essays, Poems.

Prose, Essays, Poems is Gottfried Benn's most widely read book.

German physician, poet, and essayist

Gottfried Benn published 1 poetry collection. The best-known is Prose, Essays, Poems.

Updated September 2026

Gottfried Benn was a German poet, essayist, and physician. He was awarded the Georg Büchner Prize in 1951.

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How many books has Gottfried Benn written?: Gottfried Benn published 1 poetry collection that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Gottfried Benn's books in?: Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Prose, Essays, Poems.
What is Gottfried Benn's most famous book?: Prose, Essays, Poems is Gottfried Benn's most widely read book.

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