J. G. Farrell books in order

British writer

Lived
1935–1979
Country
United Kingdom
Books
6

J. G. Farrell published 6 novels, beginning with Troubles (1970). The best-known is The Siege of Krishnapur (1973).

Updated September 2026

Where to start with J. G. Farrell

J. G. Farrell books in order of publication

  1. The Lung (1965)

    207 pages

  2. A Girl in the Head (1967)

    223 pages

  3. Troubles (1970)

    446 pages

  4. The Siege of Krishnapur (1973)

    344 pages

  5. The Singapore Grip (1978)

    572 pages

  6. The Hill Station (1981)

    254 pages

About J. G. Farrell

James Gordon Farrell was an English-born novelist of Irish descent. He gained prominence for a series of novels known as "the Empire Trilogy", which deal with the political and human consequences of British colonial rule.

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J. G. Farrell FAQ

How many books has J. G. Farrell written?
J. G. Farrell published 6 novels that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read J. G. Farrell's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Siege of Krishnapur.
What is J. G. Farrell's last book?
The Hill Station (1981).
What is J. G. Farrell's most famous book?
The Siege of Krishnapur (1973) is J. G. Farrell's most widely read book.

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