James T. Farrell
7
Book Series
49
Total Books
📚 Where to Start?
Publication Order of Danny O'Neill Pentalogy Books
Best for beginners - Start with "A World I Never Made" (1936)
Publication Order of Studs Lonigan Books
Popular choice - Start with "Young Lonigan" (1932)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
Popular choice - Start with "Ellen Rogers" (1941)
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
Popular choice - Start with "A Misunderstanding" (1949)
About the Author
Another important quote attributed to Farrell was when he said that one of the biggest achievements one could have was the right to declare oneself an artist. After this very successful period, James T. Farrell would fall into a fallow period that would persist for much of his life. He was the winner of the Saint Louis University Library St Louis Literary Award in 1973. He was also inducted into the Chicago Literary Hall of Fame in 2012. The work is set in the summer break between high school and grammar school graduation. Studs is not so sure if high school is for him as he would prefer to be an apprentice to a painting contractor. By working for the contractor, he would get money and transform into an independent man rather than remain a boy. His mother wants him to continue in school so. James T. Farrell is the author of over 49 books across 7 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Danny O'Neill Pentalogy Books series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, James T. Farrell has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of Danny O'Neill Pentalogy Books
5 books
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A World I Never Made In 'A World I Never Made', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Danny O'Neill Pentalogy Books saga.(1936) ⭐ Start here
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Father and Son In 'Father and Son', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Danny O'Neill Pentalogy Books saga.(1940) ⭐ Start here
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My Days of Anger In 'My Days of Anger', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Danny O'Neill Pentalogy Books saga.(1954) ⭐ Start here
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The Face of Time Experience the magic of 'The Face of Time' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Danny O'Neill Pentalogy Books universe.(1960) ⭐ Start here
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No Star is Lost The Publication Order of Danny O'Neill Pentalogy Books series continues with 'No Star is Lost', another thrilling entry from James T. Farrell.(2007) ⭐ Start here
Publication Order of Studs Lonigan Books
3 books
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Young Lonigan Experience the magic of 'Young Lonigan' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Studs Lonigan Books universe.(1932)
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Studs Lonigan Experience the magic of 'Studs Lonigan' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Studs Lonigan Books universe.(1935)
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Judgment Day Experience the magic of 'Judgment Day' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Studs Lonigan Books universe.(1935)
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
18 books
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Ellen Rogers Join the adventure in 'Ellen Rogers' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by James T. Farrell.(1941)
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Bernard Carr In 'Bernard Carr', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1946)
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The Road Between Join the adventure in 'The Road Between' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by James T. Farrell.(1949)
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Gas-house McGinty The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Gas-house McGinty', another thrilling entry from James T. Farrell.(1950)
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It Has Come to Pass Join the adventure in 'It Has Come to Pass' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by James T. Farrell.(1958)
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Yet Other Waters 'Yet Other Waters' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world James T. Farrell has created.(1960)
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Boarding House Blues Experience the magic of 'Boarding House Blues' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1961)
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The Silence of History Experience the magic of 'The Silence of History' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1964)
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What Time Collects In 'What Time Collects', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1965)
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Lonely for the Future The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Lonely for the Future', another thrilling entry from James T. Farrell.(1966)
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When Time was Born Experience the magic of 'When Time was Born' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1966)
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A Brand New Life In 'A Brand New Life', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1968)
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Invisible Swords Experience the magic of 'Invisible Swords' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1971)
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The Dunne Family In 'The Dunne Family', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1976)
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Olive and Mary Anne 'Olive and Mary Anne' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, set in the world James T. Farrell has created.(1977)
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The Death of Nora Ryan In 'The Death of Nora Ryan', a gripping mystery unfolds that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part of the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by James T. Farrell.(1978)
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Sam Holman Experience the magic of 'Sam Holman' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1983)
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Dreaming Baseball Join the adventure in 'Dreaming Baseball' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by James T. Farrell.(2007)
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
1 books
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A Misunderstanding Experience the magic of 'A Misunderstanding' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas universe.(1949)
Publication Order of Collections
16 books
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Guillotine Party and Other Stories Join the adventure in 'Guillotine Party and Other Stories' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Collections series by James T. Farrell.(1935)
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Can All This Grandeur Perish? Join the adventure in 'Can All This Grandeur Perish?' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Collections series by James T. Farrell.(1937)
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To Whom It May Concern and Other Stories In 'To Whom It May Concern and Other Stories', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Collections saga.(1944)
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Yesterday's Love, and Eleven Other Stories 'Yesterday's Love, and Eleven Other Stories' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Collections series by James T. Farrell.(1948)
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Meet the Girls 'Meet the Girls' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, set in the world James T. Farrell has created.(1949)
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Saturday Night and Other Stories In 'Saturday Night and Other Stories', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Collections saga.(1950)
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A Hell of a Good Time In 'A Hell of a Good Time', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Collections saga.(1950)
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Dangerous Woman and Other Stories In 'Dangerous Woman and Other Stories', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Collections saga.(1957)
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Side Street and Other Stories In 'Side Street and Other Stories', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Collections saga.(1961)
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The Collected Poems of James T. Farrell In 'The Collected Poems of James T. Farrell', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Collections saga.(1965)
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Judith And Other Stories In 'Judith And Other Stories', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Collections saga.(1973)
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James T. Farrell: Literary Essays, 1954-1974 Join the adventure in 'James T. Farrell: Literary Essays, 1954-1974' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Collections series by James T. Farrell.(1976)
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Eight Short, Short Stories and Sketches 'Eight Short, Short Stories and Sketches' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, set in the world James T. Farrell has created.(1981)
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Chicago Stories In 'Chicago Stories', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Collections saga.(1998)
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The League Of Frightened Philistines And Other Papers 'The League Of Frightened Philistines And Other Papers' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Collections series, set in the world James T. Farrell has created.(2006)
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When Boyhood Dreams Come True - Further Short Stories Experience the magic of 'When Boyhood Dreams Come True - Further Short Stories' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Collections universe.(2007)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
5 books
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A Note on Literary Criticism Experience the magic of 'A Note on Literary Criticism' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.(1936)
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Literature and Morality The Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series continues with 'Literature and Morality', another thrilling entry from James T. Farrell.(1947)
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The Name is Fogarty: Private Papers on Public Matters In 'The Name is Fogarty: Private Papers on Public Matters', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books saga.(1950)
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Reflections at Fifty Experience the magic of 'Reflections at Fifty' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.(1954)
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Hearing Out James T. Farrell: Selected Lectures Experience the magic of 'Hearing Out James T. Farrell: Selected Lectures' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.(1985)
Publication Order of Anthologies
1 books
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Great Baseball Stories 'Great Baseball Stories' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Anthologies series, set in the world James T. Farrell has created.(1990)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is James T. Farrell?
James T. Farrell is a bestselling author known for 7 book series containing over 49 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Danny O'Neill Pentalogy Books, Publication Order of Studs Lonigan Books, Publication Order of Standalone Novels. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best James T. Farrell book series to start with?
For readers new to James T. Farrell's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Danny O'Neill Pentalogy Books series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 5 books, it offers a perfect entry point to James T. Farrell's writing.
Q: How many books has James T. Farrell written?
James T. Farrell has written over 49 books across 7 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.