Ralph Leighton has published 3 non-fiction books and 2 other books, beginning with “Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman!” (1985). The latest is Tuva or Bust! (1991).
Updated September 2026
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“Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman!”
Ralph Leighton's most-read book, rated by 117 Open Library readers.
Newest
Tuva or Bust!
Published 1991.
Non-fiction in order
“Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman!” (1985), with Richard Feynman
What Do You Care What Other People Think? (1988)
Tuva or Bust! (1991)
Other books in order
Epidurals for Childbirth (1994)
Deep in the Heart of Tuva (1996)
Film and TV adaptations
- Infinity (1996)Film · from “Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman!”
About Ralph Leighton
Ralph Leighton is an American biographer, and friend of the physicist Richard Feynman. He recorded Feynman relating stories of his life. Leighton has released some of the recordings as The Feynman Tapes. These interviews became the basis for the books Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman! and What Do You Care What Other People Think?, which were later combined into the hardcover anniversary edition Classic Feynman: All the Adventures of a Curious Character. Leighton is an amateur drummer and founder of the group Friends of Tuva. In 1990 he wrote Tuva or Bust! Richard Feynman's Last Journey.
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Ralph Leighton FAQ
- How many books has Ralph Leighton written?
- Ralph Leighton has published 3 non-fiction books and 2 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Ralph Leighton's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with “Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman!”.
- What is Ralph Leighton's latest book?
- Tuva or Bust! (1991).
- What is Ralph Leighton's most famous book?
- “Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman!” (1985) is Ralph Leighton's most widely read book.
- Which Ralph Leighton books have been adapted?
- 1 book has been adapted for film or TV, including “Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman!” (as Infinity, film, 1996).
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.