René Char published 3 poetry collections and 1 other book, beginning with Hypnos Waking (1956). The best-known is Poems of René Char (1976).
Updated September 2026
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Poems of René Char
René Char's most-read book.
Poetry in order
Hypnos Waking (1956)
Poems of René Char (1976)
Selected Poems of René Char (1992)
Other books in order
Leaves of Hypnos (1973)
About René Char
René Émile Char was a French poet and member of the French Resistance in World War II.
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René Char FAQ
- How many books has René Char written?
- René Char published 3 poetry collections and 1 other book that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read René Char's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Poems of René Char.
- What is René Char's last book?
- Poems of René Char (1976).
- What is René Char's most famous book?
- Poems of René Char (1976) is René Char's most widely read book.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.