Hugo Claus books in order
Belgian author
- Lived
- 1929–2008
- Country
- Belgium
- Books
- 6
- Also writes as
- Dorothea van Male
Hugo Claus published 3 novels, 1 novella and 2 poetry collections, beginning with The Sorrow of Belgium (1983).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Hugo Claus
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The Sorrow of Belgium
Hugo Claus's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
The Sorrow of Belgium (1983)
Desire (1997)
Wonder (2009)
Novellas in order
The Swordfish (1996)
Poetry in order
Greetings (2004)
Even Now (2013)
About Hugo Claus
Hugo Maurice Julien Claus was a leading Belgian author who published under his own name as well as various pseudonyms. Claus' literary contributions spanned the genres of drama, novels, and poetry; he also left a legacy as a painter and film director. He wrote primarily in Dutch, although he also wrote some poetry in English. He won the 2000 International Nonino Prize in Italy.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Hugo Claus FAQ
- How many books has Hugo Claus written?
- Hugo Claus published 3 novels, 1 novella and 2 poetry collections that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Hugo Claus's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Sorrow of Belgium.
- What is Hugo Claus's last book?
- Wonder (2009).
- What is Hugo Claus's most famous book?
- The Sorrow of Belgium (1983) is Hugo Claus's most widely read book.
- Does Hugo Claus write under a pen name?
- Yes: Hugo Claus has also published as Dorothea van Male.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.