Richard Brooks books in order
American screenwriter, film director and producer
- Lived
- 1912–1992
- Country
- United States
- Books
- 1
Richard Brooks published 1 novel, beginning with The Brick Foxhole (1945).
Updated September 2026
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The Brick Foxhole
Richard Brooks's most-read book.
Richard Brooks books in order of publication
The Brick Foxhole (1945)
About Richard Brooks
Richard Brooks was an American film director, screenwriter, journalist and novelist. He directed 24 feature films between 1950 and 1985, and was known for his portrayals of hard-hitting subject matter, psychologically complex characters, and his independently minded auteurist approach to filmmaking.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Richard Brooks FAQ
- How many books has Richard Brooks written?
- Richard Brooks published 1 novel that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Richard Brooks's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Brick Foxhole.
- What is Richard Brooks's last book?
- The Brick Foxhole (1945).
- What is Richard Brooks's most famous book?
- The Brick Foxhole (1945) is Richard Brooks's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.