Wolfgang Borchert books in order
German playwright, and short story writer
- Lived
- 1921–1947
- Country
- Germany
- Books
- 5
Wolfgang Borchert published 1 short story collection, 1 play and 3 other books, beginning with The Man Outside (1947).
Updated September 2026
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The Man Outside
Wolfgang Borchert's most-read book.
Short story collections in order
The Sad Geraniums, and Other Stories (1973)
Plays in order
The Man Outside (1947)
Other books in order
Das Gesamtwerk (1949)
Draussen Vor Der Tur (1956)
Selected Short Stories (1964)
About Wolfgang Borchert
Wolfgang Borchert was a German author and playwright whose work was strongly influenced by his experience of dictatorship and his service in the Wehrmacht during the Second World War. His work is among the best-known examples of the Trümmerliteratur movement in post-World War II Germany. His most famous work is the drama Draußen vor der Tür (The Man Outside), which he wrote soon after the end of World War II. His works are uncompromising on the issues of humanity and humanism. He is one of the most popular authors of the German postwar period; his work continues to be studied in German schools.
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Wolfgang Borchert FAQ
- How many books has Wolfgang Borchert written?
- Wolfgang Borchert published 1 short story collection, 1 play and 3 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Wolfgang Borchert's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Man Outside.
- What is Wolfgang Borchert's last book?
- Das Gesamtwerk (1949).
- What is Wolfgang Borchert's most famous book?
- The Man Outside (1947) is Wolfgang Borchert's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.