Henry Miller

Start here: Tropic of Cancer (1934)

Set in Paris in the 1930s, this novel features a starving American writer who lives a bohemian life among prostitutes, pimps, and artists. It asks us to reconsider everything we know about art, freedom, and morality.

Common questions about Henry Miller

What is Henry Miller best known for?

Henry Miller is best known for Tropic of Cancer, published in 1934 with 92 ratings and a 3.2 average. It is the most-rated of Henry Miller's books on SansFiction.

How many books has Henry Miller written?

SansFiction lists 2 books by Henry Miller, published between 1934 and 1949. The most popular are Tropic of Cancer and Sexus.

Which Henry Miller book should I read first?

Tropic of Cancer is the usual place to start: it is Henry Miller's most-rated book here, with a 3.2 average.

What genres does Henry Miller write?

Henry Miller's books on SansFiction are tagged Classics, History, Fiction and General.