Gyula Illyés books in order
Hungarian poet
- Lived
- 1902–1983
- Country
- Hungary
- Books
- 1
Gyula Illyés published 1 book. The best-known is What You Have Almost Forgotten.
Updated September 2026
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What You Have Almost Forgotten
Gyula Illyés's most-read book.
Other books in order
What You Have Almost Forgotten (1999)
About Gyula Illyés
Gyula Illyés born Gyula Illés was a Hungarian poet and novelist. He was one of the so-called népi writers, named so because they aimed to show – propelled by strong sociological interest and left-wing convictions – the disadvantageous conditions of their native land.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Gyula Illyés FAQ
- How many books has Gyula Illyés written?
- Gyula Illyés published 1 book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Gyula Illyés's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with What You Have Almost Forgotten.
- What is Gyula Illyés's most famous book?
- What You Have Almost Forgotten is Gyula Illyés's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.