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Anthony Powell

1905–2000

1 series 8 books in order

Anthony Powell, an English novelist born in London in 1905 and died in 2000, was educated at Eton and Balliol College, Oxford. He worked for a London publisher from 1927 to 1935 and as a film scriptwriter from 1935 to 1936, later serving as Literary Editor of Punch from 1952 to 1958, and married Lady Violet Pakenham in 1934.

Born
1905
Known for
A Dance to the Music of Time

Series by Anthony Powell

A Dance to the Music of Time

8 books in order · 1951–1971

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How many books has Anthony Powell written?

We list 8 books by Anthony Powell across 1 series, published between 1951–1971 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Anthony Powell's books?

Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “A Question of Upbringing.” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.

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