Mohamed Choukri published 1 novel, beginning with For Bread Alone (1973).
Updated September 2026
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For Bread Alone
Mohamed Choukri's most-read book.
Mohamed Choukri books in order of publication
For Bread Alone (1973)
Film and TV adaptations
- El khoubz el hafi (2005)Film · from For Bread Alone
About Mohamed Choukri
Mohamed Choukri was a Moroccan author and novelist who is best known for his internationally acclaimed autobiography For Bread Alone, which was described by the American playwright Tennessee Williams as "a true document of human desperation, shattering in its impact".
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Mohamed Choukri FAQ
- How many books has Mohamed Choukri written?
- Mohamed Choukri published 1 novel that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Mohamed Choukri's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with For Bread Alone.
- What is Mohamed Choukri's last book?
- For Bread Alone (1973).
- What is Mohamed Choukri's most famous book?
- For Bread Alone (1973) is Mohamed Choukri's most widely read book.
- Which Mohamed Choukri books have been adapted?
- 1 book has been adapted for film or TV, including For Bread Alone (as El khoubz el hafi, film, 2005).
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.