The Rosy Crucifixion Books in Order

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The Rosy Crucifixion is a series of literary works by Henry Miller, published between 1952 and 1993, that explore themes of personal experience and artistic expression through a deeply introspective lens. The series is rooted in the author's own life and reflects on the complexities of human desire and creativity. It is categorized as autobiography and literary fiction, with each volume contributing to a broader meditation on existence and art.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Sexus

    Sexus

    1949 · Henry Miller

    Sexus, the first volume of Henry Miller's The Rosy Crucifixion trilogy, is a fictionalized account of Miller's life in Brooklyn during the years…

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  2. Plexus

    1952 · Henry Miller

    Plexus is a 1952 book by Henry Miller. It is part of the series The Rosy Crucifixion.

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  3. Cover of Nexus

    Nexus

    1960 · Henry Miller

    Nexus is a 1993 book by Henry Miller. It is part of the series The Rosy Crucifixion. Catalog genres: Autobiography, Literary Fiction. The listed…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the The Rosy Crucifixion books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “Sexus”. Start with “Sexus.”

How many books are in the The Rosy Crucifixion series?

We list 3 books by Henry Miller , published between 1949–1960.

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.