Paul Auster
Biography
Paul Auster is a prolific American author known for his critically acclaimed work in the genre of postmodern fiction. He gained international recognition for his groundbreaking series, New York Trilogy, which consists of three interconnected novels – City of Glass, Ghosts, and The Locked Room. Auster's writing is known for its intricate narrative structures, existential themes, and literary references. Born in 1947 in Newark, New Jersey, Auster attended Columbia University and went on to work as a translator, editor, and teacher before turning to full-time writing. In addition to the New York Trilogy, he has published numerous novels, essays, and memoirs, earning him a dedicated following of readers and critics alike. Auster's work has been lauded for its exploration of identity, language, and the complexities of human experience. He has received numerous awards for his contributions to literature, including the prestigious Prix Médicis Étranger for his novel, Leviathan. Auster continues to be a prominent figure in contemporary American literature, captivating audiences with his thought-provoking storytelling and innovative narrative techniques.
Standalone Novels
Individual novels by Paul Auster not part of a series
- A Salto de Mata
- City of Glass
- Cit�?© de verre
- Creia que mi padre era Dios
- Die Einsamkeit des Labyrinths. Betrachtungen und Gespr�?¤che.
- Die Erfindung der Einsamkeit.
- Die Musik des Zufalls. Roman.
- Die New York- Trilogie.
- Dienstag, 11. September 2001.
- El Cuaderno Rojo
- El Libro de Las Ilusiones
- El Pais de Las Ultimas Cosas
- El Palacio de La Luna
- Fantasmas
- Ghosts
- Ground Work: Selected Poems and Essays 1970-1979
- Hand to Mouth: A Chronicle of Early Failure
- I Thought My Father Was God: And Other True Tales from NPR's National Story Project
- Ich glaubte, mein Vater sei Gott. Wahre Geschichten aus Amerika.
- Im Land der letzten Dinge. Roman.
- In the Country of Last Things
- Invention of Solitude
- Je pensais que mon p�?¨re �?©tait dieu
- L'Invention de la solitude
- La Chambre d�?©rob�?©e
- La Habitacion Cerrada
- La Historia de Mi Maquina de Escribir
- La Invencion de La Soledad
- La Musica del Azar
- La Musique du hasard
- La Trilogia de Nueva York
- La solitude du labyrinthe: Essai et entretiens
- Le Diable par la queue, suivi de \"Pourquoi �?©crire ?\"
- Le Livre des illusions
- Le Voyage d'Anna Blume
- Le carnet rouge
- Leviatan
- Leviathan
- Leviathan.
- Locked Room
- Lulu on the Bridge
- Lulu on the Bridge. Verfilmt mit Mira Sorvino und Harvey Keitel.
- L�?©viathan
- Mein New York.
- Mond �?¼ber Manhattan. Roman.
- Moon Palace
- Moon Palace.
- Mr Vertigo
- Mr. Vertigo
- Mr. Vertigo.
- Music of Chance
- Oracle Night :
- Revenants
- Smoke
- Smoke & Blue in the Face
- The Art of Hunger: Essays, Prefaces, Interviews and the Red Notebook
- The Book of Illusions
- The Book of Illusions:
- The Music of Chance
- The New York Trilogy
- The New York Trilogy: City of Glass, Ghosts, the Locked Room
- The New York Trilogy: City of Glass/ Ghosts/ the Locked Room
- The Red Notebook: True Stories
- Timbuktu
- Timbuktu :
- Tombouctou
- Tombuctu
- Trilogie new-yorkaise, tome 2 : Revenants
- True Tales of American Life
- Von der Hand in den Mund. Eine Chronik fr�?¼her Fehlschl�?¤ge.
Classic Series
The series that started it all
- City of Glass
- Ghosts
Recent Series
Latest works by the author
- The Locked Room
Reading Order
Complete reading order for Paul Auster's books
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Auster best known for?
Paul Auster is best known for his New York Trilogy, a series of interconnected novels that explore themes of identity, language, and existentialism.
What are some books in the New York Trilogy?
Some books in the New York Trilogy include 'City of Glass', 'Ghosts', and 'The Locked Room'.
What style of writing is characteristic of Paul Auster's work?
Paul Auster's writing is often characterized by its postmodern themes, metafictional elements, and intricate narrative structures.
Are Paul Auster's books primarily set in New York?
Yes, many of Paul Auster's books are set in or have connections to New York City, which serves as a significant backdrop for his stories.
What awards and recognition has Paul Auster received for his work?
Paul Auster has received numerous awards for his writing, including the Prix Medicis Étranger for 'The New York Trilogy' and the Prince of Asturias Award for Literature.