How many books has Maxwell Anderson written?

Maxwell Anderson published 2 poetry collections, 18 plays and 5 other books that we list, as of September 2026.

What order should I read Maxwell Anderson's books in?

Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with HIGH TOR. a Play in Three Acts.

HIGH TOR. a Play in Three Acts (1937) is Maxwell Anderson's most widely read book.

2 books have been adapted for film or TV, including Winterset (film, 1936) and What Price Glory? (film, 1926).

American playwright and writer

Maxwell Anderson published 2 poetry collections, 18 plays and 5 other books, beginning with HIGH TOR. a Play in Three Acts (1937).

Updated September 2026

James Maxwell Anderson was an American playwright, author, poet, journalist, and lyricist.

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How many books has Maxwell Anderson written?: Maxwell Anderson published 2 poetry collections, 18 plays and 5 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Maxwell Anderson's books in?: Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with HIGH TOR. a Play in Three Acts.
What is Maxwell Anderson's last book?: Bad Seed (1955).
What is Maxwell Anderson's most famous book?: HIGH TOR. a Play in Three Acts (1937) is Maxwell Anderson's most widely read book.
Which Maxwell Anderson books have been adapted?: 2 books have been adapted for film or TV, including Winterset (film, 1936) and What Price Glory? (film, 1926).

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