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
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The Siege of Krishnapur
J. G. Farrell's most-read book.
J. G. Farrell books in order of publication
The Lung (1965)

A Girl in the Head (1967)

Troubles (1970)

The Siege of Krishnapur (1973)

The Singapore Grip (1978)

The Hill Station (1981)
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.