Willy Brandt books in order
German politician (SPD), chancellor of West Germany (1969–1974) and Nobel Peace Prize laureate
- Lived
- 1913–1992
- Country
- Germany
- Books
- 7
- Also writes as
- Gunnar Gaasland
Willy Brandt published 7 non-fiction books, beginning with My Road to Berlin (1960). The best-known is My Life in Politics (1989).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Willy Brandt
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My Life in Politics
Willy Brandt's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
My Road to Berlin (1960)
A Peace Policy for Europe (1968)
In Exile (1971)
People and Politics (1976)
Arms and Hunger (1985)
Bernstein to Brandt (1987)
My Life in Politics (1989)
About Willy Brandt
Willy Brandt was a German politician and statesman who was leader of the Social Democratic Party of Germany (SPD) from 1964 to 1987 and concurrently served as the chancellor of West Germany from 1969 to 1974. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1971 for his efforts to strengthen cooperation in Western Europe through the EEC and to achieve reconciliation between West Germany and the countries of Eastern Europe. He was the first Social Democratic chancellor since 1930.
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Willy Brandt FAQ
- How many books has Willy Brandt written?
- Willy Brandt published 7 non-fiction books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Willy Brandt's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with My Life in Politics.
- What is Willy Brandt's last book?
- My Life in Politics (1989).
- What is Willy Brandt's most famous book?
- My Life in Politics (1989) is Willy Brandt's most widely read book.
- Does Willy Brandt write under a pen name?
- Yes: Willy Brandt has also published as Gunnar Gaasland.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.