
Joseph Plunkett books in order
Irish nationalist, poet, journalist and 1916 Easter Rising leader
- Lived
- 1887–1916
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Books
- 3
Joseph Plunkett published 2 poetry collections and 1 other book, beginning with The Circle and the Sword (1911).
Updated September 2026
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The Circle and the Sword
Joseph Plunkett's most-read book.
Poetry in order

Poems (1916)

The Poems of Joseph Mary Plunkett (1916)
Other books in order

The Circle and the Sword (1911)
About Joseph Plunkett
Joseph Mary Plunkett was an Irish republican, poet and journalist. As a leader of the 1916 Easter Rising, he was one of the seven signatories to the Proclamation of the Irish Republic. Plunkett married Grace Gifford in 1916, seven hours before his execution.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Joseph Plunkett FAQ
- How many books has Joseph Plunkett written?
- Joseph Plunkett published 2 poetry collections and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Joseph Plunkett's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Circle and the Sword.
- What is Joseph Plunkett's last book?
- The Poems of Joseph Mary Plunkett (1916).
- What is Joseph Plunkett's most famous book?
- The Circle and the Sword (1911) is Joseph Plunkett's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.