Lina Wertmüller books in order
Italian film writer and director
- Lived
- 1928–2021
- Country
- Italy
- Books
- 1
Lina Wertmüller published 1 novel, beginning with The Head of Alvise (1982).
Updated September 2026
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The Head of Alvise
Lina Wertmüller's most-read book.
Lina Wertmüller books in order of publication
The Head of Alvise (1982)
About Lina Wertmüller
Arcangela Felice Assunta "Lina" Wertmüller was an Italian film director and screenwriter. She is best known for her 1970s art house films Seven Beauties, The Seduction of Mimi, Love and Anarchy, and Swept Away.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Lina Wertmüller FAQ
- How many books has Lina Wertmüller written?
- Lina Wertmüller published 1 novel that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Lina Wertmüller's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Head of Alvise.
- What is Lina Wertmüller's last book?
- The Head of Alvise (1982).
- What is Lina Wertmüller's most famous book?
- The Head of Alvise (1982) is Lina Wertmüller's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.